Overview

Project status: In progress

Bactrocera tryoni is Australia's worst insect pest of horticulture. Current management options for B. tryoni are in crisis because of the likely withdrawal of key pesticides. Systems approaches, which use a series of linked steps to reduce the risk of crop infestation, are the most likely alternative. This research will underpin the development of a systems approach for B. tryoni management.

Research leader
Organisational unit
Lead unit Science and Engineering Faculty Other units
Start date
1st January 2008
End date
1st January 2011
Research area
Biogeoscience
 

Partnerships

  • QLD Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries (DPIF)

  • Agriculture Victoria