The Australian Wine Research Institute

A number of facts sheets have been produced by the GWRDC, in an easy to follow question and answer format. All three documents make essential … more

Untimely spring and early summer rains have seen an outbreak of downy mildew infections in regions across south eastern Australia. In these conditions, fungal diseases … more

The APVMA has issued an off-label permit enabling the use of a metalaxyl and mancozeb formulation on grapevines. It is essential that you read the … more

A list of commonly asked questions and answers pertaining to the control of downy mildew has been compiled by Dr Peter Magarey (Magarey Plant Pathology), … more

Downy mildew pressure is extreme in many regions this season. The high demand for some chemicals has resulted in supply shortfalls. Chemical applicators are reminded … more

Weather News

According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the rainfall outlook for the December quarter (October to December) favours wetter than average conditions over large … more

This eBulletin provides an industry-endorsed recommendation for locust control. The information replaces that contained in the 29 July 2010 eBulletin.

Significant locust plagues have been … more

AUSTRALIAN PLAGUE LOCUST IN VINEYARDS

This agrochemical update has been issued to inform grape growers about their options for control of Australian plague locust and … more

New targets

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APVMA 59032

Filan has been granted registration by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) for control of Powdery Mildew in … more