European red mite feeds on leaves of fruit trees especially apples. This can result in premature leaf fall which affects fruit tree vigour and fruit quality.
Hendra virus is an emergency animal disease transmitted to horses by flying foxes (fruit bats).
Identification of livestock in Western Australia is required under the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management (Identification and Movement of Stock and Apiaries) Regulations 2013 [BAM (IMSA) regulations].
This web article describes the most common diseases of vegetables in home gardens.
Home gardeners frequently see diseases affecting their vegetables. Usually they would have seen them in previous seasons, and the symptoms look familiar.
Early recognition of disease is one of the most important factors influencing the control of disease and the reduction of its impact on industry and the community.
All livestock in Western Australia must be correctly identified according to species. Correct identification is a vital part of our biosecurity systems to assure trading partners that we can effectively trace and manage livestock disease outbreaks and chemical residue detections.
A wide range of fruit can be produced throughout the year in Western Australia, providing the pleasure of eating sun ripened fruits fresh from the tree.
Identification of livestock is required by law under the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management (Identification and Movement of Stock and Apiaries) Regulations 2013 [BAM (IMSA) Regulations].
The regulations also require the use of the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS).
Fire is integral to many ecosystems in the Western Australian rangelands. Rangeland fires affect more than just pastoralists and the businesses they run: these fires affect community safety and health, regional economies, societal and cultural values of landscape, biodiversity and tourism.
During dry times and drought there are a wide range of alternative feedstuffs producers may consider using to maintain stock. Some of these feeds can have health risks associated with them, and should not be used as the sole food source as they often lack sufficient energy and protein.
