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Ewe abortion and newborn lamb deaths surveillance program

20 June 2016

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development conducts a surveillance program for ewe abortion and newborn lamb deaths to assist sheep producers to identify the cause of abortions a

Dorsal view of a red over-wintering form of two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) on a gerbera leaf

Spider mite pests of Western Australian plants

9 October 2013

Mites of the Tetranychidae family (commonly known as spider mites) include some important pests of economic concern to agriculture and forestry.

Livestock post-mortem techniques workshop

Livestock disease veterinary sampling guide

12 April 2018

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) has created the following guide to assist vets to collect appropriate samples during livestock disease investigations.

Two hands, covered in dirt, outstreched to show off a few garden worms.

Worm farms

5 March 2014

Worm farms are good for the environment as the worms recycle organic waste by converting it into liquid and solid fertilisers. These farms are popular with householders as they are easy to look aft

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Carbon farming management options in Western Australia

13 November 2013

The aim of carbon farming is to sequester more carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as part of Australia's response to climate change.

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Quarantine WA border checkpoints

28 October 2013

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's (DPIRD) Quarantine WA service operates border checkpoints as a first line of defence against incursions of unwanted pests, weeds and

Fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts, seed and honey are potential carriers of unwanted pests and diseases

Quarantine - organisms and potential carriers

12 December 2013

Under biosecurity legislation, any item that poses a biosecurity risk should be referred to quarantine inspectors for assessment.

Subterranean clover red leaf syndrome as caused by Soybean dwarf virus

Subterranean clover red leaf syndrome as caused by soybean dwarf virus

9 May 2018

There has been considerable concern amongst livestock producers regarding recent outbreaks of subterranean clover red leaf syndrome.

Cattle on pasture

Kikuyu poisoning in livestock

29 January 2018

Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestimun) is a subtropical perennial grass with spring to autumn growth.

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Quarantine - moving to WA

6 January 2014

The Department of  Primary Industries and Regional Development, through Quarantine WA, enforces quarantine laws that must be considered if you plan to move to WA.

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Keeping horses on small properties

1 November 2013

Many small landholders with horses are often interested in knowing how they can best manage their property in a way that reduces impacts, yet maximises the benefits and their enjoyment.

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Managing erosion on your small property

29 November 2013

Soil erosion looks unsightly and greatly compromises the sustainability and profitability of your farm. Managing soil to minimise erosion is essential.

Grape leaf infected with Phomopsis viticola showing the characteristic yellow halos surrounding black spots

Phomopsis viticola: prohibited disease

6 June 2014

Phomopsis cane and leaf spot is caused by the fungus Phomopsis viticola which is a prohibited organism in Western Australia.

A beagle detector dog called Boston

Quarantine WA

29 August 2013

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's Quarantine WA service works hard to prevent the introduction of exotic pests, diseases and weeds found in other states and territorie

Plant material must be declared to Quarantine WA and must meet all entry conditions

Quarantine: frequently asked questions

29 August 2013

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's (DPIRD) Quarantine WA service is here to support individuals and businesses as they pursue their activities, while ensuring our borde

Meat ant (Iridomyrmex purpureus)

Australian meat ants

13 April 2017

Australian meat ants (Iridomyrmex purpureus gp) are a native ant species.

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Be weed-aware

16 December 2013

Most individuals presume that they are already weed-aware because of the effort they put into removing weeds from their lawns and flower beds.

Veterinary sample packaging guide

12 April 2018

The Veterinary sample packaging guide was developed by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), Western Australia, to assist veterinarians to package biologic

European wasp on Coke can

How to identify European wasps

12 November 2013

European wasps are declared pests in Western Australia and must be reported. Learn about European wasp distinguishing features and behaviours.

Harvester in paddock

Liquid biofuel as a replacement for fossil fuel

18 October 2013

Nearly all biofuel systems (mainly biodiesel and bioethanol) produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions than fossil fuels (diesel and petrol derived from fossil oil).

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