Science. Nature. Viable Agriculture. 🌱 Australian agribusiness helping farmers harness biological control mechanisms for selective insect control 🐛
Toowoomba, QLD
Joined November 2021
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AgBiTech Australia retweeted
🧵 Today is #WorldCottonDay and we recognise how cotton underpins regional economies and global trade
🌱 Australia’s cotton industry generates $3b+ in exports each year, employs 7,000+ people and produces enough fibre to clothe 500m people annually. Strong #biosecurity protects growers, communities and markets.
ℹ️ @CottonAustralia loom.ly/8kYSVkg
#WorldCottonDay #PlantHealth #Biosecurity
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Weekly Helicoverpa update to 23/09/2025: Large flights recorded at Rosedale (+300) and Bordertown (+250) while other sites, including, Port Broughton, Cummins, Jamestown, Penong, Laura Bay, Talia, Rudall and Frances recorded moderate to low flights (20-230).
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
☀️🌱 New research shows that diverse crop sequences, including summer crops, can boost long-term profitability & resilience for growers.
However, summer crop success depends on climate, soil moisture & careful planning.
Discover more: groundcover.grdc.com.au/grow…
@AndrewErbacher | @lindsaywbell
ALT Crop of maize and mungbean growing side by side in rows in large paddock.
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
CottonInfo Moisture Manager - Oceans suggest wet times ahead, although atmosphere still catching up. Plus winter rain and temp deciles and much more - mailchi.mp/cottoninfo/9yxc0n…
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Corn earworm moth numbers are currently high, and egg-laying in crops is likely. Use a beatsheet or sweep net to monitor for small larvae. Larvae vary in size and colour🐛
See the links and photos below
thebeatsheet.com.au/helicove…
thebeatsheet.com.au/economic…
@NSW_AGRONOMY @GRDCNorth
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
🚨Native budworms on the move!
We received a high number of reports of Helicoverpa punctigera in crops, including damage to cereal heads, across the Eyre Peninsula and Mid North. Moderate activity also detected in the South East.
Track activity: bit.ly/MothTrapVisSA
ALT Helicoverpa punctigera on cereal
ALT MothTrapVis maps showing native budworm moth trapping 9-15 September
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Weekly Helicoverpa update to 12/09/2025: Large flights (+300) recorded at Jamestown while other sites, including Penong, Port Broughton, Cummins, Laura Bay, Talia, Kimba, Rudall and Frances recorded moderate to low flights (20-250).
ALT MothTrapVis maps showing native budworm moth trapping 5 - 12 September
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Our Helicoverpa traps are showing an increase in moth activity in NWNSW, indicating the end of their diapause. Check thebeatsheet.com.au/helicove…
Early detection of small larvae is crucial for effective pest management. Continue scouting for caterpillars!
@nswagriculture @theGRDC
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Armyworm caterpillars found in wheat near West River and Neridup. They're most damaging in barley close to harvest. Growers should monitor cereals now and correctly ID them from other caterpillars. More info in the latest #PestFactsWA newsletter. @GRDCWest
dpird.wa.gov.au/siteassets/d…
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
🔈WA growers - check your crops for native budworm. Caterpillars have exceeded thresholds in parts of the central grainbelt and Esperance area following August moth flights. Moths are also being trapped across the grainbelt. #PestFactsWA
@GRDCWest
🔗dpird.wa.gov.au/siteassets/d…
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
This week, we’re standing together to support mental health across rural and regional Queensland.
Let’s keep showing up for each other because strong communities are built on care, connection, and conversation. 💬💛
#ruokday2025
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Weekly Helicoverpa update to 05/09/2025: Large flights (+300) of native budworm recorded at Penong and Rosedale while other sites, including Laura Bay, Talia, Cummins, Rudall, Port Broughton, Jamestown recorded low to moderate flights (15-120).
ALT MothTrapVis maps showing native budworm moth trapping
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Cotton planting is underway for CGS Emerald growers!
Exciting times in the field as the 2025 season kicks off.
Check out these great shots from Agronomist, Matt Sullivan of cotton already starting to emerge.
Wishing all our growers a successful and productive season ahead!
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Weekly Helicoverpa update to 29/08/2025: Large flights (+300) of native budworm recorded at Jamestown and Port Broughton while other sites, including Laura Bay, Talia, and Penong, recorded low to moderate flights (50–200).
ALT MothTrapVis maps showing native budworm moth trapping
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Do you have an up-to-date biosecurity plan? Although Australia has robust biosecurity measures in place to mitigate biosecurity risks, exotic pests, diseases, and harmful weeds can and do occasionally enter the country.
Learn how to protect your farm, property and region by adopting good biosecurity practices. Find out more at 👉 bioweek.org.au
#BioWeekAU #Biosecurity
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
When it comes to biological pest management, recognising beneficial insects is just as important as identifying pests. Lacewings are one of the most valuable natural enemies in our farming systems. Find out more about Lacewings in #PestfactsSA issue 9: bit.ly/471xTtt
ALT Adult brown lacewing (Hemerobiidae)
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
The ABC Landline Market Report was filmed at the new Kimberley Cotton Gin, WA
Big thanks to Nathan Dyer 🎥
Here it is 👉 abc.net.au/news/rural/progra…
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
#OneWeekToGo until National Biosecurity Week!
Approximately 40% of global crop production is lost to pests annually. Biosecurity equals food security.
Early detection of exotic pests and diseases is key to successful eradication and containment, minimising impacts on agriculture, communities, environment, and economy. Learn more at 👉 bioweek.org.au
#BioWeekAU #Biosecurity
@animalhealthAUS | @CentreInvasives| @CharlesSturtUni | @DAFFgov |@DPIRDWA | @ISCAustralia | @LandcareAust | @NationalFarmers | @NRMRegions
AgBiTech Australia retweeted
Biosecurity benefits us all, and we each have a part to play in protecting Australia from pests, diseases, and harmful weeds. 🌱🐜🦠
Join us for National Biosecurity Week from 25–31 August to raise awareness and showcase the collaborative efforts of government, industry, peak bodies and the community. Find out how you can get involved at bioweek.org.au
#BioWeekAU #Biosecurity
@animalhealthAUS | @CentreInvasives| @CharlesSturtUni | @DAFFgov |@DPIRDWA | @ISCAustralia | @LandcareAust | @NationalFarmers | @NRMRegions