A workshop to assess gaps and cross-sectoral RD&E opportunities in the collective PBRI project inventory (264 projects) was held on 30 January in Canberra. Biosecurity R&D program managers or their equivalent from each RDC, DAWR and PHA were invited to participate in this exercise. Each PBRI member presented their organisation’s perspective on R&D gaps, identifying […]
Grapevine Pinot Gris Virus (GPGV) was recently detected in Australia and has been reported in many international wine regions in Europe, the US, Canada and China. As well as Pinot Gris, it can infect a number of other wine and table grape varieties, including Pinot Noir, Traminer, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. […]
The detection of the invasive insect, Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) at a warehouse in western Sydney has triggered a biosecurity response by NSW DPI in collaboration with Greater Sydney Local Land Services and the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources. The Director of Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity at NSW Department of Primary Industries, Dr […]
Improving plant pest management through cross industry deployment of smart sensors, diagnostics and forecasting In November 2017, a flagship Rural R&D for Profit plant biosecurity research project commenced as part of the newly established Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI). The $21 million dollar cross-industry initiative is designed to provide the foundation for a nationwide plant […]
