🐛✔️ It's out! Updated & refreshed for 2024 - the IPM checklist! It includes steps to help grain growers with sustainable pest management, an overview of IPM practices & activities to focus on during different stages of the season. 👉 bit.ly/4cKULgC Cesar Australia

Recent observations include large numbers of slaters - but is that always an issue? Read more in #PestFactsSA Issue 2, 2024: bit.ly/PF24_Issue2sla…

Green peach aphid has been reported interstate over the last month, however reports have been low in SA. Learn more about effective monitoring and protection strategies in #PestFactsSA 2024 Issue 2: bit.ly/PF24_Issue2GPA

If you are seeing turnip aphid in field please consider sending samples to help Precious_Wasps with upcoming research. Find out more in #PestFactsSA 2024 Issue 2: bit.ly/PF24_turnipaph…

From one extreme to another. This little guy (next to the oat) is a 1.4mg baby brown field slug. Almost missed it in the field! GRDC South PestFactsSA #sluglife

Recent field observations highlight significant mite activity in the region. Learn about the latest findings and essential strategies for management. Read more in #PestFactsSA Issue 4: bit.ly/PFSA4Mite

Several mixed populations of small caterpillars have been reported feeding on wheat. Learn about the latest findings and strategies for management in #PestFactsSA Issue 3: bit.ly/PFSA3Caterpill…

latest findings on slug activity across SA and how the changing weather might impact your crops this. For detailed insights and strategies to manage slugs effectively, check out the latest updates on #PestFactsSA Issue 4 spring.bit.ly/PFSA4Slugs

Yellowheaded cockchafer has been reported; learn more about monitoring and the comprehensive approach that integrates monitoring, preventive measures, and targeted interventions for management on #PestfactsSA Issue 4 bit.ly/PFSA5Cockchafer

In the past week, Herringbone caterpillars have been reported feeding on wheat across various locations. Keep an eye on your crops and consider monitoring or treatment options to protect your yield! Find out more on #PestfactsSA Issue 4 bit.ly/PFSA4Herringbo…

Prepare for pea weevil management with effective monitoring and spraying techniques. For detailed information on pea weevil and SARDI's modelling efforts, check out #PestfactsSA Issue 4 bit.ly/3yU8dAl

Weekly Helicoverpa update to 10/09/2024: High numbers at Jamestown and moderate flights of Native Budworm recorded at Cummins, Port Broughton, Crystal Brook and Frances.

Optimise your Redlegged earth mite control for the next year! Use tools like the TimeRite assess mite populations and manage risk based on previous crops and mite observations. Find out more on #PestfactsSA Issue 5 bit.ly/PFSA5RLEM

PestFacts SA team has received reports of caterpillar activities. For all the details, check out the latest issue of PestFacts SA #PestFactsSA Issue 5 bit.ly/PFSA5caterpill…

Variations in weather conditions have influenced Bryobia mite prevalence. These conditions affect their reproduction and activity, making timely monitoring and management crucial. Find out more about Bryobia mite on #PestfactsSA Issue 5 bit.ly/PFSA5Bryobiami…

Stay ahead of Etiella moths in your lentil, lucerne and other legumes with the SARDI Etiella model. Find out more about it on #PestfactsSA Issue 5 bit.ly/PFSA5Etiellamo…

Spring is here, and so are aphids! To protect your crops and ensure a bountiful harvest, it's crucial to monitor your fields regularly. Find out more about the aphids on #PestfactsSA Issue 5 bit.ly/PFSA5Aphids

Weekly Helicoverpa update to 20/09/2024: moderate flights of native budworm recorded at Jamestown, Kimba, Port Broughton, Cummins and Frances.