The Southern Rangelands Revitalisation Program aims to support pastoralists to investigate and implement long-term solutions for on-station improvements in rangeland condition, land productivity an
Up to date autumn/winter and winter/spring insecticide spray guides are provided by the department every year to help growers and consultants manage insect pests in canola, lupin and cereal crops.
PestFacts WA (formerly known as PestFax) is an interactive reporting service delivered by DPIRD, providing risk alerts, current information and advice on insect pests and diseases threatening crops
In this edition read about the success of the WA Sparkling symposium, the bottling of DPIRD trial wines, Wine Australia regional program activities, workshops, APC fees and much more..
The current rainfall outlook for the South West Land Division (SWLD) from August to October indicates neutral chances of exceeding median rainfall, with an equal likelihood of below or above...
The current rainfall outlook for the South West Land Division (SWLD) from September to November is mixed, with most models indicating either neutral chances of exceeding median rainfall or...
Western Australian Agrifood Export eNews is a weekly e-newsletter from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development which provides up-to-date news related to agrifood and fisheries
The Carnarvon Floodplain Management Working Group report provides recommendations for investment into the management of the floodplain of the lower Gascoyne River to ensure profitable and sustainab
Diamondback moth activity is increasing in some crops Spring control of redlegged earth mites High turnip yellows virus levels detected in canola crops in the Geraldton port zone
Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development testing of damaged rose samples from the Perth metropolitan area determined chilli thrips were responsible.
The Western Australian Government is supporting the welfare of companion animals and wildlife through grants for not-for-profit activities that foster and rehome pets, rehabilitate wildlife, and pr
Katanning is a key location for DPIRD's livestock, soils, and plant research in the Great Southern of WA. The Katanning Research Station (KRS) is a sheep, pasture, and cropping research hub in WA.
Black cutworm caterpillars are damaging wheat crops and pastures How to monitor effectively for pests in winter crops Wheat disease update Sclerotinia and blackleg infections in...
Running a flock of sheep and raising lambs has both direct (enteric fermentation) and indirect (lime, fertiliser, fuel, production of feed) greenhouse gas emissions.
