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Weeds, 28 May 2020
Good news for growers with no evidence of resistance found in Lucerne flea
Testing of lucerne fleas from southern Australia has found no evidence of insecticide resistance.
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Pests, 23 May 2020
Exploring novel technologies to take pest management to the next level
High-impact pest control program announced by GRDC to control grain insect pests.
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Weeds, 18 May 2020
New research points to lack of insecticide resistance in lucerne flea
Testing by researchers reveals no signs of insecticide resistance in the costly lucerne flea.
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Pests, 04 May 2020
First case of mite resistance in Victoria provides a red flag to enact control
Resistance finding, rain and cooler autumn temperatures in Victoria prompt advice to control RLEM.
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Pests, 25 Apr 2020
WA growers warned to watch for hungry caterpillars in emerging crops
Germinating crops susceptible to caterpillar damage prompt a warning to monitor and report.
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Pests, 24 Apr 2020
Central Qld growers urged to monitor and manage for fall armyworm
Detection of fall armyworm in central Queensland necessitates regular crop checks in 2020.
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Pests, 20 Apr 2020
Steps to manage snails become clearer after studies into pest behaviour and control tactics
Watching what snails do has helped researchers develop new control guidelines.
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Pests, 18 Apr 2020
Success in baiting snails is all about timing of control tactics
Research highlights autumn is the optimal time for baiting snails to minimise risks to crops.
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Pests, 14 Apr 2020
Mouse hot spots in SA and Victoria cause concern ahead of sowing
Mouse numbers are building in parts of Victoria and SA, risking damage to 2020 winter crops.
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Pests, 11 Apr 2020
High mouse numbers in some regions mean growers must be vigilant
Introduction of conservation agriculture has changed mice management in the south.