With the onset of spring many native trees are in flower and fruit and this is peak time for wildlife such as flying foxes, sugar gliders and other native flying…
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Defending against a new pest, fall armyworm
Since its detection across northern parts of Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Australia in February 2020, fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) has been quick to establish in these locations, but Plant…
Thirteen years at Centre’s helm ensures lasting feral pest innovation legacy
Ensuring farmers, researchers, government, industry and the community work together with impact has been the lasting legacy left by the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions long-standing Chair Helen Cathles, who…
Blueprint for national cooperation on fruit fly released
The path towards a more coordinated and sustainable fruit fly management system to protect the future productivity and profitability of Australia’s horticulture sector is now clearer with the release of…