In Issue 07 of PotatoLink magazine, Ryan Hall explains that the vast majority of insects are harmless, some are beneficial and a very few are damaging to potato crops. Encouraging beneficial insects into the crop can save time and money, avoid negative side effects, and prevent development of resistance.

This presentation by Dr Paul Horne, entomologist and owner/director of IPM Technologies outlines the elements of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in any crop but particularly in potatoes. The most important biological, cultural and chemical options available to growers are described and specific examples are given from Australian potato production.