As part of our work to prepare for ToBRFV, TNZ is asking growers to submit water samples from GH drainage. This has a double focus – we want to make sure that we get on top of ToBRFV as quickly as possible if it were to arrive in NZ.
TNZ is also taking the opportunity to survey how far Pepino Mosaic virus has spread as it prepares for how to manage this going forward. Having an idea of how many growers have been affected, will allow us to make decisions that will benefit as many growers as possible. The good thing about PepMV is that plenty of growers are already growing with it – MPI won't shut down your property if it is found onsite and your growing operation need not change.
If you receive an email or phone call asking you to participate, please do consider it. All costs are covered by TomatoesNZ.
Spray technique workshop
This practical workshop will cover areas that growers might need some guidance on to help maximize the use of spraying. Correct targeted spraying can be part of an IPM for effective management of pests. Incorrect spraying techniques can lead to chemical resistance and money wasted on products that don't reach their target if the application isn't accurate. Click here for more information and to register for this event.
Date: 20th March at 4pm
Where: Waiuku
Oriental Fruit Fly
The response to the detection of one male fruit fly in Papatoetoe on 3rd Jan is continuing with regular checking of traps in the exclusion zones. This is to ensure that no further flies emerge as a potential breeding population. If traps continue to be empty, the response will hopefully wind up mid February.
Source: Tomatoes New Zealand