A recent survey of chickpea fields across the Darling Downs, including areas around Dalby, Cecil Plains, and Chinchilla, has revealed the presence of several viruses affecting chickpea crops. Among the viruses detected were alfalfa mosaic virus (AMV), phasey bean mild yellows virus (PBMYV), turnip yellows virus (TuYV), and bean leaf roll virus (BLRV). Alfalfa mosaic virus (AMV) AMV was the… Read more »
A recent survey of six fields across the Darling Downs and northern New South Wales has confirmed the presence of BVG (in all six fields), with varying levels of infection. The fields surveyed were spread across key cropping areas, including regions around Goondiwindi, Tara, and greater Dalby. This widespread detection highlights the need to remain vigilant and monitor crops closely…. Read more »
More growers are planting canola in southern Queensland this season, so it’s important to be on the lookout for turnip yellows virus (TuYV) – one of the main viral threats to canola. What is TuYV and why does it matter? TuYV is a persistent virus that affects canola and other brassica crops. It is transmitted by green peach aphids (GPA,… Read more »