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This article in Insects journal, documents the aphid fauna recorded in five European botanic gardens and illustrates the value of botanic gardens for documenting aphid diversity and supporting early detection of non-native species relevant to plant health and biosecurity.
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With excellent photos and map data illustrating the biosecurity response to an incursion of yellow-legged hornets, this article offers fantastic insight into the work involved in biosecurity surveillance and response.
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New article published in Frontiers in Forests and Global Change in April 2026 about sentinel trees for early detection of non-native forest pests and pathogens in Australia.
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Events
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The XXI International Plant Protection Congress (IPPC), held jointly with the 26th Australasian Plant Pathology Conference (APPC), in Christchurch 2027.
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The 5th International Congress on Biological Invasions seeks to explore the theme From Threats to Solutions: Advancing Biosecurity.
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The 57th Australian Entomological Society Conference returns to Sydney in December 2026, featuring 4 keynote lectures, 1 public lecture, full-length and lightning talks, posters and plenty of networking opportunities.
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16th Australasian Plant Virology Workshop (APVW) in Scarborough, WA from 27-29 October 2026.
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ASDS is a unique biennial event that brings together researchers, practitioners, and primary producers to explore the latest developments in the diagnosis, prevention, and management of soilborne plant diseases.