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NameBiographyProf John Gibson (Chair)Professor Gibson brings over 30 years’ experience and international recognition in a wide range of disciplines including genetics, genomics, farming systems,…
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Phytoplasmas
What to look for
Depending on the disease, look for:
fronds turning brown and hanging down the stem before falling
dry rot developing in the newly expanding spear
the premature dropping of fruit of all ages, ripe or otherwise
rotting and blackening of newly opened flowering…
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Caused by Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (formerly known as citrus greening disease).
What to look for
Blotchy yellowing of citrus plant leaves and in some instances, misshapen, sour and bitter fruit.
What you can do
Do not move plants, plant material, fruit (especially citrus…
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Do you have farmers as clients or members of your organisation? These resources have been developed for you to share so they know what support is available now. If you’re a farmer, check what drought and rural support we provide .Support before, during and after droughtPrepare for…
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Identify and develop the soil workforce and capabilities needed to meet current and future challenges for Australia and the region.Priority 4 links to goals 1 (Prioritise soil health), 2 (Empower soil innovation and stewards) and 3 (Strengthen soil knowledge and capability) of the National Soil…
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This indicator examines the institutional frameworks that support sustainable forest management. Institutional frameworks provide mechanisms for engagement of the wider community in the process of continuous improvement and sustainable forest management.This is Supporting information for Indicator…
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Performance between 2000–01 and 2017–18Author: Nathan PittsIntroductionABARES publishes agricultural forecasts in the Australian crop report and Agricultural commodities publications. These cover domestic and global production,…
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Workforce management and planning is part of a suite of responsibilities growers must deal with to successfully run their business operations. Adopting modern workforce planning practices can help adjust to disruptions and challenges in the labour market and assist in attracting, developing, and…
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Nurturing the food we eat, the plants we grow, the animals native to our land Australian soil is a fundamental pillar in the sustainability, productivity and growth of Australian agricultural industries.What might seem like dirt to many, is the key component to maintaining a strong agricultural…
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Australia’s veterinary sector faces major challenges, including a significant workforce shortage.From the rural towns without a veterinary clinic, to new graduates without adequate support, and business owners at risk of burnout without a break – the issues within the profession are diverse and…
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