It’s estimated the Australian grains industry loses more than $350 million a year – due to insects. 

GRDC has invested in the Australian Grains Pest Innovation Program (AGPIP) a joint initiative with the University of Melbourne and Cesar Australia – set up to tackle pest management problems in the grains industry. 

More novel approaches and solutions pest control are needed – Associate Professor Paul Umina from Cesar Australia and the University of Melbourne – provided an update on the ground-breaking research currently underway.

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Contact:

Associate Professor Paul Umina 

Cesar Australia

University of Melbourne

[email protected]

More Information:

GroundCover Article – Authority warns of growing insecticide resistance risk

Cesar Australia – The Australian Grains Pest Innovation Program (AGPIP)

Project Code: UOM1906-002RTX 

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