University of Tasmania: Emerging Pest in Tasmanian Berries
June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025
HOBART, Australia, June 24 -- The University of Tasmania issued the following news:
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An emerging pest in Tasmanian berries
Entomologists at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) are advising berry growers in the state to be aware of an emerging pest, the Bronze Leaf Beetle.
Bronze Leaf Beetles (Diachus auratus) chew on leaves, flowers and fruits, causing poor fruit quality and reduced yields. TIA entomologist Dr Lynne Forster has wa . . .
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An emerging pest in Tasmanian berries
Entomologists at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) are advising berry growers in the state to be aware of an emerging pest, the Bronze Leaf Beetle.
Bronze Leaf Beetles (Diachus auratus) chew on leaves, flowers and fruits, causing poor fruit quality and reduced yields. TIA entomologist Dr Lynne Forster has wa . . .