International experts visit Gippsland, Victoria growers

Growers from Gippsland, Victoria, welcomed visiting US scientists at a recent PotatoLink workshop. This unique opportunity, coordinated and facilitated by Dr Nigel Crump (PotatoLink and AuSPICA), merged an informal setting with globally acclaimed experts, presenting an unparalleled chance to acquire knowledge and insights into a range of topics, including diseases and their treatment and seed management.

Nothing beats the chance to hear new information direct from the source. This workshop gave Gippsland growers the chance to talk directly with international specialists, with questions asked and answered on both sides. Much of the discussion focussed on the specific concerns and challenges faced by local growers.

Highlights include discussion of: Verticillium wilt, Late blight, Dry rot, Pink rot, Blackleg, fungicide resistance, and seed management.

Symptoms of Verticillium wilt (Image: Ontario CropIPM.)