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Full-Text Articles in Viticulture and Oenology
African Black Beetle In Vineyards, Diana Fisher, Stewart Learmonth
African Black Beetle In Vineyards, Diana Fisher, Stewart Learmonth
Bulletins 4000 -
The African black beetle, Heteronychus arator, is an important pest of horticultural crops, ornamentals and pastures in Western Australia. They also attack lawns and are commonly referred to as the black lawn beetle. This beetle was first recorded in Australia during the 1920s and originates from southern Africa where it is a major establishment pest of maize.
Weevil Management In Orchards And Vineyards Looks Promising, Stewart Learmonth
Weevil Management In Orchards And Vineyards Looks Promising, Stewart Learmonth
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
Research and monitoring undertaken by Agriculture Western Australia is showing that the management of weevils in Western Australia's orchard crops and vineyards is improving. A number of alternative management strategies are being implemented, and future research will assess the effectiveness of non-chemical approaches to weevil management.