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Plant Sciences

Horticulture

2003

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia

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Diseases Of Waxflower And Their Control, Aileen Reid Sep 2003

Diseases Of Waxflower And Their Control, Aileen Reid

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Waxflower is susceptible to a range of diseases. This outlines the main problems which occur in commercial plantations and presents measures to control them. Since chemicals for control of plant diseases are constantly changing, growers are advised to seek the latest available information.


Powdery Mildew In Wine Grapes In Western Australia, Diana Fisher, Trevor Wicks Dr May 2003

Powdery Mildew In Wine Grapes In Western Australia, Diana Fisher, Trevor Wicks Dr

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Powdery mildew is caused by the fungal pathogen Uncinula necator. It is the most persistent fungal problem of grapes in WA and one of the most widespread fungal diseases of grapevines in the world. It is characterised by ash-grey to white powdery growth on green tissue of the vine. If uncontrolled it can cause serious crop losses and impair wine quality.


Table & Seed Potatoes From Western Australia At A Glance, Dr I Mcpharlin, Peter Dawson, Rachel Lancaster Jan 2003

Table & Seed Potatoes From Western Australia At A Glance, Dr I Mcpharlin, Peter Dawson, Rachel Lancaster

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Western Australia is a leading national exporter of table potatoes, accounting for almost 40 per cent of Australian exports. The high quality of Western Australian potatoes commands premium prices on both national and international markets. Opportunities to export Certified potato seed, particularly to south east Asian markets are growing and varieties suited to export markets are being developed.