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RD&E program for control, eradication and preparedness for vegetable leafminer

This project was established to bolster preparedness for and protection against the potential spread of vegetable leafminer (Liriomyza sativae) through Australian growing regions. The pest can infest a broad range of crops and in 2018 this work was expanded to also cover two additional leafminers: American serpentine leafminer (Liriomyza trifolii) and serpentine leafminer (Liriomyza huidobrensis). Specific project activities include developing information and resources for monitoring, managing and eradicating leafminers; identifying and modelling the spread of the pests; reviewing and looking at accessibility of chemical and biological control options; and generally increasing awareness and understanding of the leafminers in the relevant industries and in the broader community.

Project date

1 Apr 2017-30 Nov 2020

Principal investigator

Dr Greg Chandler

Research organisations

CESAR Pty. Ltd

Project funded by

Multiple industries
Alternative protein Cross industry Fruits Nuts Other rural industries Pasture, fodder & feed Vegetables

Hort Innovation

Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australia's horticulture industry. As one of the nation's 15 Rural …
  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

Industries

Sustainabilities

Technology areas

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Horticulture impact assessment program 2020/21 to 2022/23

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  • Funded by

    Hort Innovation

  • Project date

    11 Apr 2022 - 30 Nov 2024

  • Research organisation

    Ag Econ Plus

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