Banksias are a unique flower composed of compact inflorescences. They can be harvested from the bush for domestic and export markets or grown commercially.
Perth residents are being urged to assist the Department of Agriculture and Food (DAFWA) by reporting any sightings of Indian palm squirrels in the metropolitan area.
Quinoa is a plant that has become popular and fashionable because of its high protein but gluten-free status. It is not a grain but can be used in similar ways to rice and couscous.
Department of Agriculture and Food quarantine officers are continuing their efforts across Western Australia to stop the entry of animal and plant pests and diseases which could put the State’s $6
The public are doing their part to keep Western Australia pest and disease free by reporting any suspicious plants, insect pests or animals to the Department of Agriculture and Food.
The opportunity to grow higher yielding, better quality oats in low rainfall areas has been given a boost with the commencement of a new oats agronomy research project.
Leading sheep producers will be recognised with membership to the prestigious 100%+ Club for growing business productivity and contributing to the rebuilding of the Western Australian flock.
Release of about 75,000 apple trees to growers in coming weeks is the culmination of more than 20 years of meticulous work by the Department of Agriculture and Food, Western Australia (DAFWA).
The treatment of vegetable seeds prior to planting can help control seed-borne diseases. Control of these diseases is necessary to prevent reduction in the crop yield.
The Department of Agriculture and Food is encouraging fruit and vegetable growers in Carnarvon to register for free on-farm assessments of their irrigation systems.
A new firm and juicy WA-developed apple is one step closer to shop shelves after 20 years of breeding and testing by the Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia (DAFWA).
Department of Agriculture and Food virologist Brenda Coutts has been named the national vegetable industry’s researcher of the year for her recent work on Australia’s favourite vegetable, the potat
