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DMI resistance in wheat powdery mildew confirmed for the first time
New South Wales and Victorian grain growers are urged to be on alert following confirmation that difficulties experienced in 2020 controlling wheat powdery mildew are linked to resistance of the pathogen to demethylase inhibitor (DMI, Group 3) fungicides.
AFREN support network to tackle fungicide resistance
With the right support, growers and advisers can successfully manage and prevent fungicide resistance.
With the increasing use of fungicides for disease control in crops over the past 20 years, there has been a corresponding rise in cases of fungicide resistance in many common pathogens.
Latest fungicide resistance research has once again reinforced the value of integrated disease management strategies
Latest fungicide resistance research, led by the Centre for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) in collaboration with plant pathologists from Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development – DPIRD has once again reinforced the value in growers adopting integrated disease management strategies for their crops.
GRDC podcast highlights AFREN resources and fungicide management recommendations
A new GRDC podcast gives you the perfect introduction to the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN), including the range of resources you can access and how to limit your fungicide resistance risk.
AFREN launches small group workshops on managing cereal and canola foliar diseases and fungicide resistance
Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of cereal and canola disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you by the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN).
SDHI resistance in SFNB of barley discovered for the first time in Australia
Western Australian growers are urged to be on alert following the discovery of succinate dehydrogenase (SDHI, Group 7) resistance in spot form of net blotch (SFNB) in barley crops in the WA grainbelt.
Seeking grower and agronomist insights on fungicide resistance
The Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN) wants to hear from grain growers and advisers to understand the level of knowledge they have when it comes to managing fungicide resistance.
Fungicide resistance a growing issue in barley disease
Barley growers are advised to monitor their crops for early signs of fungicide resistance, with research uncovering new developments in the resistance to fungicides in a common barley disease of the southern cropping region.
Webinars target fungicide resistance in crops
Grain growers will have the opportunity to improve their knowledge of fungicide resistance issues over coming weeks, thanks to a series of webinars being delivered by the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN).
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FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE WEBINARS
AFREN hosts webinars at various times. Please check back regularly for updates, or view recordings of previous webinars.
Pulses and mungbean 2024 seasonal update
FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2024
Centre for Crop Health’s Levente Kiss and AgVic's Josh Fanning provide an update on fungicide resistance detections in mungbean powdery mildew, plus a seasonal update on pulse disease, best-practice management and fungicide use.
Western region 2024 seasonal update
MONDAY 9 SEPTEMBER 2024
DPIRD WA’s Kith Jayasena and Andrea Hills provide an update on fungicide resistance in the western region. This webinar also includes practical strategies for managing diseases and fungicide resistance risk factors.
Southern region 2024 seasonal update
TUESDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2024
SARDI’s Tara Garrard and Agriculture Victoria’s Josh Fanning and Hari Dadu provide an update on current disease status and fungicide resistance in the southern region for cereals and pulses. This webinar also includes practical strategies for managing diseases and fungicide resistance risk factors.
Northern region 2024 seasonal update
WEDNESDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2024
The Centre for Crop Health’s Noel Knight and NSW DPIRD’s Steve Simpfendorfer and Brad Baxter provide an update on current disease status and fungicide resistance in the northern region for cereals. This webinar also includes practical strategies for managing diseases and fungicide resistance risk factors.
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If you’re interested in having one of our team present an information session on fungicide resistance to your grower or advisory group, please get in touch.
We have regional pathologists in all states, and can deliver in person or online.
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