Preparedness for borer incursion : SRDC final report BSS249

Author	Sallam, M
Author	Allsopp, P
Date Accessioned	2012-11-14
Date Available	2012-11-14
Issued	2003
Identifier	http://hdl.handle.net/11079/1039
Abstract	Moth borers are the most devastating pests of graminaceous plants, including sugarcane, in the world. Australia is so far free of all the major borer species, but several species occur in countries close to Australia, with some reaching as close as the Torres Strait islands. This project was carried out to increase Australia's preparedness for an incursion of an exotic cane borer.The project started by developing Pest Incursion Management Plans (PIMPs) specific to each group of borers. PIMPs were developed for the borer genera Chilo, Diatraea, Eldana, Sesamia and Scirpophaga. The plans detail the steps to be taken in case of a borer incursion, and include extensive dossiers on each species with information on their distribution, host plants, symptoms, economic impact, morphology, detection methods, biology and ecology, natural enemies, management options and phytosanitary risk.
Language	en
Publisher	BSES
Part of Series	BSES Internal Report; 2003 No 1213 Report SD03014; SRDC BSS249
Subject	Borer Incursion Management Plan
Subject	Biosecurity
Subject	Pest Incursion Management Plans (PIMPs)
Subject	Molecular phylogeny tree
Subject	Rapid DNA-based identification methodology
Subject	Pheromone traps
Subject	Insecticides
Subject	Risk management
Title	Preparedness for borer incursion : SRDC final report BSS249

Pest, disease and weed management [181]
Research outcomes: A comprehensive RD&E program that addresses existing and emerging pests, diseases and weeds, allowing sugarcane growers to manage their crops efficiently with minimal environmental impacts. An enhanced industry capacity to deal with incursions of exotic pests, diseases and weeds.