Rumble in the Jungle..........................

Whilst we are providing an ideal environment for the plants, and our Tomato and Capsicum crops are growing well, we have also had a visit from a few unwelcome visitors!

Controlled environments also provide the ideal climate for both pests and diseases, and we have had an isolated infestations of Russet Mite in the Tomatoes and some Aphids in the Capsicums.

To combat these creatures we have an Integrated Pest Management program in place which means that we have introduced  the pests natural predators in to the crop so that they in turn can feast on the pests.

In the case of the Russet Mite we have taken the steps of spraying the infected plant and the neighbouring plants so that we get immediate control of this  voracious pests.

All of our IPM process is monitored by Dr Paul Horne of IPM Technologies Pty Ltd who provides expert advice and guidance in the process.

Dr Paul Horne

Hopefully  the 'Silent Battle' that is happening in the glasshouse will see our predators win out and keep our plants in the happy and healthy state that we desire. For further details on IPM, please go to http://www.ipmtechnologies.com.au/