18 November 2015
Growers of some horticultural crops are left exposed to greater production risk and can incur significant crop losses when pesticides are not registered for use on […]
10 May 2016
Generation of Residue Data for Pesticide Minor-Use Permit Applications in Vegetable Crops 2013 – CPR
In Australia, before an agrochemical product can be sold or used, the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) must register it. This only occurs following […]
29 August 2013
Growers of minor vegetable crops are often left without viable methods of controlling pests in their crops. To assist these growers, the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary […]
15 April 2014
Growers of some horticultural crops are left exposed to greater production risk and can incur significant crop losses when pesticides are not registered for use on […]
20 July 2012
This report sought to develop methods to genetically modify brassica vegetables along with evaluation of genetically modified vegetable brassicas with agronomically usueful genes. Related ProjectsGenetic Engineering […]
20 July 2012
This project evaluated bean cultivars in 1991 and 1992 under commercial conditions for yield and for market quality and management characteristics. Seventeen cultivars from 4 seed […]
19 March 2013
Silverleaf whitefly (SLW) is a considerable pest of vegetable production. It has a broad host range and is able to develop resistance to insecticides rapidly. To […]
20 July 2012
Fusarium wilt is a serious problem of snake beans grown in the Darwin area. This fact sheet provides an overview of the disease, its symptoms, and […]
20 July 2012
This 4-page factsheet details the findings of a project undertaken to study greenhouse cucumber diseases and their causes and to develop effective management strategies. The most […]
20 July 2012
Brussels sprouts belong to the Brassica family and are related to cabbages and cauliflowers. This fact sheet provides an overview on Brussels sprouts – climatic requirements, […]
20 July 2012
Eggplant belongs to the Solanaceae family, which includes crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, and capsicums. Eggplant is available from Western Australia growers throughout the year, mainly […]
20 July 2012
Leeks belong to the onion family and are closely related to chives, garlic, onion, and shallots. A problem with the crop is that it takes 21 […]
20 July 2012
In Western Australia, a small of rhubarb is grown commercially throughout the year for the domestic market, mainly in the Wanneroo area. This fact sheet provides […]
20 July 2012
Silverbeet belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family and is closely related to beetroot and also to spinach. This fact sheet provides an overview on growing silverbeet in […]
20 July 2012
The snake bean has been known as the yard long bean. It gets its name from the pods which are longer than those of French beans […]
20 July 2012
This fact sheet provides an overview on growing snow peas and sugar snaps in Western Australia – the required climate, soils, varieties, spacing, trellising, fertilisers, pests […]
20 July 2012
This project evaluated the efficacy of a range of fungicides in glasshouse and field experiments. It also developed a simple and reliable seedling inoculation technique suitable […]
20 July 2012
This project was conducted to investigate new insecticidal compounds. Researchers proposed that parasitic wasps that attach DBM, effecively contained a range of novel insecticidal compounds in […]
20 July 2012
This report details the research and extension delivery undertaken on the integrated management of diamondback moth and other pests of Australian Brassica vegetable crops. This report […]
20 July 2012
This project examined Acetic acid fumigation as a post harvest treat for controlling a variety of fungal rots of Japanese squash, examining effects of concentration and […]
20 July 2012
This project provided evaluation of ‘soft options’ for incorporation in IPM. This included the idenfication of beneficial organisms, conducting of a disease survey of the industry […]
20 July 2012
This project discusses black rot and leaf spot diseases within brassica vegetable crops. This project allowed for the generation development of rapid and sensitive genetic assay […]
20 July 2012
Project seeks the delivery of improved IPM systems for key vegetable crops with improved quality and marketability of produce, increase benefits through efficient pesticide use and […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to investigate strategies for improved yield and quality, and/or reduced production costs in the target crop green beans, beetroot and sweet corn. […]
19 March 2013
In soil-based production systems poor soil health, soilborne diseases, soil salinity and increasing pressures on production are severely restricting productivity for many growers. In addition, vegetable […]
20 July 2012
Improving The International Competitiveness Of The Processing Sweet Corn Industry In New South Wales
This two-year project was undertaken to identify processing sweet corn production limitations and researching and extending solutions. It covered a broad spectrum of cultural practices and […]
20 July 2012
This report targeting all members of the Asian vegetable supply chain, including growers, wholesalers, retailers, food service providers, food media and even consumers, aims to imrpove […]
20 July 2012
Investigation on the yield and quality decline in Australia processing beetroot crops. The study provides information on identification and management of soil borne fungal diseases of […]
20 July 2012
This project identified the reasons Ascochyta fungus appears and whether its incidence can be minimised with the use of chemical and non-chemical treatments of cultural practices. […]
20 July 2012
This report addresses effective management strategies to Heliothis in Sweetcorn. Identifying IPM systems, reduce production risks, protect and increase range of insecticides, test and improve application […]
20 July 2012
This project develops an effective, cost efficient and usable bean rust management package. This included the studying of the levels of infection across varieties, establishing action […]
20 July 2012
This report seeks to address short, medium and long term management of Clubroot. This included the identification of treatments, development of more effective and sustainable strategies,development […]
20 July 2012
This collaborative research project has investigated the spread of diseases, pathogen identification, fungicide evaluation, resistant varieties, disease management and post harvest control of the diseases with […]
20 July 2012
During the lifetime of this project from 1992 to 1997, bacterial head rot of broccoli was recorded predominantly in the Laidley and Gatton localities. In the […]
5 June 2013
The overall aim of the project was to develop integrated pest management strategies based largely on the use of fungicide alternatives to manage the following key […]
20 July 2012
This project focuses on major disease problems in greenhouse cucumbers and capsicums. Improved management strategies were identified and evaluated along with assisting in in their adoption […]
20 July 2012
This project identifies the causes of poor Schlerotinia control withn the field, reviews new developments in control on other crops, identifies alternative control methods as well […]
20 July 2012
Integrated management of soilborne pathogens (Sclerotinia beans, lettuce, carrots, celery and other)
This report details the collaborative research undertaken by research teams from government agencies, private industry and universities, to develop new management options for the integrated control […]
20 July 2012
Thir project was designed to target the critical need to develop and adopt strategies to meet consumer, worker and environmental safeguards for the 1600 growers of […]
20 July 2012
This paper provides a high level of basic scientific information on the biology and ecology of soil pests, the chemical profile of brassicas, methods for testing […]
20 July 2012
Report summarises results of IPM options for growing green beans, providing information on a range of insect pests and beneficial insects in green bean crops along […]
20 July 2012
Project sought to design and development materials on technical information techniques from current research projects and deliver this information in an ‘easy to use’ format. Report […]
20 July 2012
Pest monitoring is critical in baby leaf due production due to the short production period and low tolerance for damage, particularly in crops grown for minimally […]
24 August 2012
Surveys as part of the project have found that virus diseases are an important cause of loss to the vegetable industry. Crops which are often severely […]
21 March 2017
Integrating sustainable soil health practices into commercial vegetable production is required to reverse declines in soil health and maintain or improve the productivity and profitability of […]
20 July 2012
This report investigated ascovirus as a means of controlling diamondback moth (DBM) and cabbage cluster caterpillar (CCC). Studies were undertaken investigate the interaction between DBM and […]
20 July 2012
This report introduces and selects genotypes of broad beans suitable for export and sale within Japan. Related ProjectsLarge Seeded Broad Beans For The Japanese MarketThis project […]
20 July 2012
The Asian vegetable industry in Australia has grown rapidly and currently contributes about six percent to the value of the broader vegetable industry. The fast development […]
18 January 2015
Infotech Research conducted a series of 22 energy audits of levy paying vegetable growers in 2014, as part of a project with Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited […]
20 July 2012
This project identifies factors involved in outbreaks and discover control strategies to address bacterial fruit blotch in watermelon crops. Related ProjectsManagement Of Bacterial Fruit Blotch Of […]
20 July 2012
The project identifies whether Peronospora viciae strains in Australia are resistant to metalaxyl, identify suitable alternative seed treatments for control of metalaxyl resistant downy mildew, develop […]
20 July 2012
This project summarises studies towards the development of pest management systems for melons with emphasis on three major pests; downy mildew, gummy stem blight and fruit […]
20 July 2012
This project undertakes resistance testing under greenhouse and field conditions in the Bundaberg and Burdekin region identifying that powdery mildew has developed resistance to some of […]
20 July 2012
This project confirmed that Rhizoctonia is the principal cause of field symptoms and evaluated the role of boron deficiency, other pathogens and insect damage. It also […]
20 July 2012
Summary of a 3 year study detailing management strategies for white blister on brassica including the development of a validated seed health test, development of a […]
20 July 2012
Report provides an update on current diseases of green beans in Australia along with identifying some effective chemical controls, although some products are not currently available […]
20 July 2012
This project studies the epidemiology of the main 2 fungi associated in brassica stem canker and evaluating management strategies to reduce the economic loss of the […]
25 September 2012
Brassica stem canker is a disease complex of several fungi causing symptoms that range from superficial scurfing, russetting and discrete lesions on stems to complete stem […]
20 July 2012
This project determines and outlines the main disease problem of leeks in Australia, develops management strategies to control these diseases and ensure that information and technology […]
20 July 2012
Project sought innovative methods for the control of powdery mildew in cucumber and zucchini crops, this included investigations into incorporated IPM and safe chemicals that induce […]
20 July 2012
Project examines the current management options for the control of Northern Leaf Blight, including evaluation of domestic and international strategies and undertaking of fungicide trials. Related […]
18 November 2015
Market Analysis and Strategy: Broccoli to Japan was funded by Horticulture Innovation Australia (HIA) in 2014. The research presented in this report is the result of […]
14 April 2016
The objective of this project was to identify new occasions, seasons, or ways to consume vegetables that have the most potential to increase demand. Lack of […]
30 July 2013
Diamondback moth (DBM) (Plutella xylostella L.) is the main pest of Brassica vegetable crops in Australia, and has international notoriety for rapidly acquiring insecticide tolerance, which […]
12 September 2013
This fact sheet outlines how you can manage chewing and biting pests by looking at a case study of corn earworm in Queensland. Many growers have […]
12 September 2013
This fact sheet outlines information you may need to help manage foliar diseases in a sustainable manner. Many growers have implemented the Integrated Crop Protection (ICP) […]
12 September 2013
This fact sheet outlines information on sucking pests and how to control them. A case study of a capsicum grower’s personal experience in adopting Integrated Crop […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to assess the crops that require or have methyl bromide treatment for export clearance or the ones that have or do not […]
19 January 2014
The Australian lettuce, bulb vegetable, rhubarb and herb industries combined consist of approximately 13 800 hectares. Depending on the industry, the key sucking pests include aphids […]
10 May 2016
Since its establishment in 1996, the National Vegetable Levy, with contributions from the Australian Government, has funded vital research and development (R&D) to help improve the […]
20 July 2012
This project investigates the general nutrient and specific nitrate guidelines for leafy vegetables aiming to address findings that these vegetables can potentially accumulate nitrate. The project […]
20 July 2012
This project was developed due to concerns over significant product quality problems throughout the distribution and marketing chain. The Australian fresh bean industry viewed these problems […]
29 August 2014
The vegetable industry is looking for ways to increase vegetable consumption. It was hypothesised that consumers might be buying fewer vegetables for fear of wasting them. […]
20 July 2012
This report investigates improved pest management systems for three vegetable crops in the Dry tropics region of North Queensland, which include capscium, eggplant and sweet corn. […]
20 July 2012
This project delivers a practical field guide which will assist curcubit growers with the identification of insects, diseases and disorders in curcubit crops. Scientists and specialists […]
20 July 2012
This study involved the generation of a predictive model of ontogeny, incorporating climatic data including frost risk that would enable broccoli farmers to predict harvest maturity […]
20 July 2012
Project outlines significant opportunities for the Australian vegetable seed industry to improve hybrid cauliflower, carrot and onion seed production through enhanced awareness of factors influencing seed […]
12 September 2013
A fact sheet outlining how to maintain the quality of vegetable crops post harvest. Maintaining good vegetable quality requires good systems and communication throughout the supply […]
20 July 2012
This project undertook trials to generate relevant residue data required to apply for the registration of a postharvest fungicide for rockmelons. Related ProjectsPostharvest Residue Trials In […]
20 July 2012
Control of pests and diseases in potato crops can be achieved using biological, cultural, and/or chemical methods. Control is not exclusively dependent on the use of […]
10 September 2014
Australia’s sweet corn industry has huge potential to expand as long as it remains competitive in the international market. Tropical and subtropical environments are major areas […]
20 July 2012
This project investigates the adaption and optimisation of procedures developed for the another culture of other Brassica crops for Australian cauliflower varieties. Related ProjectsProduction Of Doubled […]
18 December 2014
There is an increasing need in Australia’s horticulture industry to monitor and gauge consumer perception and behaviour in relation to fresh vegetables. Colmar Brunton conducts monthly […]
20 July 2012
The study was initiated with the objective of combining Clubroot resistance genes from a variety of sources to improve the resistance of Brassica vegetables to this […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to quantitatively evaluate fruit fly infestation levels in zucchinis grown in Queensland for export to NZ. The fruit fly which attacks cucurbit […]
20 July 2012
The project enhances understanding of the Eggfruit Caterpillar and its management by identifying IPM compatible insecticides and investigating the use of phereomone traps.The project has evaluated […]
20 July 2012
This report details a major extension strategy undertaken to establish commercial integrated pest management (IPM) services for growers. The strategy for managing WFTand tomato spotted wilt […]
9 September 2013
In Australia, before an agrochemical product can be sold or used, it first must be registered by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). In […]
20 July 2012
Brussels sprouts are susceptible to 3 commonly occurring species of root knot nematide in greenhouse tests. These nematodes caused root galling and suppressed shoot growth by […]
18 November 2015
The more formal definition of red-tape (relating to paperwork and other administrative requirements), while a focus of this project, was not considered to be the most […]
20 July 2012
This final report details the outcomes of a one and a half day workshop the Root Vegetables Think Tank held in Adelaide, 19th and 20th April […]
20 July 2012
The project involved a review of Australian and international literature, a national survey of growers, a field trip to ground-truth the research findings, and an informal […]
20 July 2012
Report details the results of survey undertaken to determine the incidence and distribution of virus diseases in vegetable curcubit crops growing in Western Australia, Nortern territory […]
20 July 2012
This report investigates the cause, extent and economic impact of soilborne diseases in brassica crops and canker. The result of the year long study showed that […]
20 July 2012
Modified atmospheric packaging (MAP) can extend the post-harvest life of a cauliflower compared to traditional packaging methods. This extended lifespan can be utilised during storage and […]
20 July 2012
Over the last several years, CSIRO has been developing a range of “Active Packaging” technologies designed to interact in a controlled way with the horticultural product […]
20 July 2012
This fact sheet details information on snake bean production in Australia, including its distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, culture, pests and diseases, fruiting […]
20 July 2012
This fact sheet includes information on snake bean grafting on cowpea cv. Iron rootstock to improve their productivity lifespan in soil affected by fusarium wilt and […]
20 July 2012
This fact sheet details information on squash production – origin, distribution, Australian distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, culture, pests and diseases, fruiting season, […]
20 July 2012
This research undertook trials to investigate the strategic application of non-persistent chemicals for controlling heliothis in processing peas. Related ProjectsThis project has been funded by Hort […]