PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Identify and extend effective options for the Integrated Pest Management of six-spotted mite in avocado orchards for the lower south-west of WA.
PROJECT MANAGER
Alison Mathews
PROJECT OUTCOME
Research and development to provide orchardists with the tools to protect avocado orchards from six-spotted mite infestations.
PROJECT OUTPUT 1
Research to clarify identification of the pest and develop monitoring and management techniques.
PROJECT OUTPUT 2
Develop integrated pest management plan and extend to growers. Also demonstrate the plan in selected orchards.
PROJECT OUTPUT 3
Publish research, articles, and conduct workshops.
PROJECT OUTPUT 4
Develop integrated pest management plan and extend to growers. Also demonstrate the plan in selected orchards.
Alison Mathews (1) Andrea Hills (1) Ben Congdon (2) Crop Protection (4) Green Peach Aphid (2) Six-Spotted Mite (1) Spot form of Net Blotch (1) Turnip Yellow Virus (1)