Celebrating the 2026 Ritman Scholars

A particular highlight of the 2026 PBRI Symposium was the strong emphasis on future capability. Students and early-career researchers were not just present in the room, they contributed to the program, chaired sessions, presented their research…

Reflections on the 2026 PBRI Symposium

The 2026 Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) Symposium brought together the people and ideas that are shaping the future of plant biosecurity in Australia and across the region. Held at the State Library Victoria on 12 and 13 May, the…

Northern Australia Biosecurity Intern joins PBRI

            In March, the PBRI Members Committee welcomed Northern Australia Biosecurity (NAB) Intern, Toni Fell, as part of the Northern Australia Biosecurity Strategy (NABS) Board Internship…

Strengthening Australia’s Response to Fall armyworm – new FAW facilitator

Growing PBRI’s commitment to proactive plant biosecurity for food security Jane Whitman has been appointed as Fall Armyworm (FAW) Facilitator to enhance national efforts supporting growers and industries as they prepare for and manage the…

PBRI showcases plant biosecurity collaboration in Rome

PBRI members were proud to be part of a major international conversation on plant health, presenting a research poster at the Twentieth Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-20) in Italy on March 9 -13.    Hosted…

Apply now for PBRI’s Ritman Scholarship

Take the next step in your plant health journey – applications for PBRI’s Ritman Scholarship are now open, closing 5pm, Thursday 2 April 2026.    This exciting scholarship offers plant health students a unique opportunity to attend…

Entries open: 2026 International Day of Plant Health video contest

Plant Biosecurity Research Symposium returns in 2026 – Join Australia’s leading minds in plant health

The Plant Biosecurity Research Symposium is back in 2026! On May 12 and 13, the nation’s brightest minds in plant biosecurity will converge at the State Library of Victoria, Melbourne for the Symposium – a high-impact showcase of innovation,…

PBRI workshop identifies RD&E opportunities to better prepare Australia against a Xylella incursion 

 Horticulture, wine industry, researchers and government representatives from Australia and New Zealand gathered in the vibrant growing region of Mildura on September 18, 2025 to collaborate on a crucial planning exercise for Xylella fastidiosa.    A…

Regional Surveillance RD&E Expression of Interest – closes 24 September 2025

The Expression of Interest (EOI) for Regional Surveillance RD&E for Enhanced Pest Management and Biosecurity is now available on the CRDC website. This Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) initiative seeks RD&E proposals that…
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