Biological control

Biological control of pests, weeds and diseases (pest) is an integral part of a successful Integrated Pest Management plan. Biological control is the management of a pest through the use of their natural enemies (biological control agent). A biological control agent is an organism such as a virus, insect or plant disease. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development:

works with landholders and grower/community/biosecurity groups on control
provides diagnostic services and information on prevention, management and treatment
provides biosecurity measures to prevent introduction, and to eradicate or manage current pests.

For advice on biological control search our website or contact our Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS).

Articles

Paterson's curse: what you should know

23 January 2014

This article contains useful information about Paterson's curse (Echium plantagineum), how to identify it and biological control agents.
Bellyache bush control

4 October 2013

Control methods for bellyache bush (Jatropha gossypiifolia), a declared pest in Western Australia.
Mesquite control

18 October 2013

Control method for mesquite (Prosopis species) declared pests in Western Australia. Report the presence of this organism before undertaking a control measure.
Declared plant control handbook

1 November 2013

Recommendations for the control of declared plants in Western Australia (WA).