Entomology

04 Jul 2008	Helpful insects abound A NSW DPI scoping study of beneficial insects for the Riverina Plains Farming Systems Group found 91 different beneficial species in the sampled 10 paddocks of wheat, triticale, canola and lucerne pasture.
12 Nov 2007	National workshop examines climate change impact on pest insects Scientists from around Australia will be in Orange this week for a national workshop on the impact of climate change on a problem estimated to cost farmers up to $500 million a year - managing pest insects.
26 Sep 2007	Grub's passion for plastic causes water loss Research by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has found that a small white grub is responsible for water leaking from sub-surface drip irrigation pipes used by some lucerne growers.
29 Mar 2007	Mud and maccas mix Researchers have identified a significant link between muddy mangroves and macadamia farms - both are favoured sites for macadamia nutborer.