Since the NSW DPI Integrated orchard management practice guide (2016), Integrated orchard management case study guide (2016) and the Integrated orchard management drainage guide (2017) were released, changes in how canopies, orchard floors and drainage are managed have created more sustainable orchards (stage 2). The benefits in yield and productivity from having our orchards at stage 2 are clear, but what are the benefits for pest and disease control?