The Productivity and Industry Affairs (PIA) committee continue to represent the interests of RGA members. The recent areas of focus for members to note are:
Fall Armyworm
NSW Department of Primary Industries and Local Land Services – Update on Fall army worm detection in NSW
Further detection of Fall armyworm moths and now larvae has occurred in the Lower Namoi regions of NSW.
This is a reminder to all members to be vigilant when checking their rice crops. The identification of recently emerged larvae can be difficult in the field, but by the time the larvae reach second to third instar the features that allow diagnosis becomes more obvious.
Images of suspected fall armyworm can be sent to the NSW DPI biosecurity for assistance with identification:
Call the exotic Plant Pest Hotline 1800 084 881
E-mail: [email protected] with a clear photo and your contact details
Grain Harvest Management Scheme
As we head into 2020 winter cereal harvest, members are reminded to make sure they are compliant with Grain Harvest Management scheme (GHMS). The GHMS promotes the safe and productive movement of grain. It’s designed to decrease harvest risk, protect roads and increase productivity and efficiency for the movement of grain. Click HERE to view all the latest up to date information.