Webinar recording now available: Harvest, storage pests, and on-farm biosecurity

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Earlier this month, PestFacts South Australia hosted the final webinar of the season, bringing together experts to help growers and advisors prepare for harvest and storage pest-risks.

The webinar's topics included:

  • Seasonal pest overview and harvest pest-risks: Learn about the key insect issues across South Australia in 2025. Presented by Dr Maarten van Helden, Senior Entomologist.
  • Storage pests and management considerations: Hear practical guidance for identifying and preventing common insects that affect stored grain. Presented by Nancy Cunningham, Senior Entomologist.
  • On-farm biosecurity: Gain insights into grower attitudes toward biosecurity and learn simple, effective steps to reduce pest and contamination risks on farm. Presented by Jordan Scott, Grains Biosecurity Officer.

Report to PestFacts

Maryam Ehsangar 
Phone: 0448 010 339
Email: maryam.ehsangar@sa.gov.au

Maarten van Helden – Maarten van Helden
Phone: (08) 8249 0642
Email: maarten.vanhelden@sa.gov.au

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