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Boneseed Rust: A highly promising candidate for biological control

This project investigated the use of Endophyllum osteospermi (a systemic rust fungus) in the biological control of boneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera ssp. monilifera). This systemic South African rust fungus has been found to reduce growth and the reproduction of plants by causing extensive deformation of infected branches (witches’ broom). Boneseed is a Weed of National Significance, which occurs mainly in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. (more)...

Managing complex systems

Preliminary findings from Grain & Graze 2003 to 2008

Grain & Graze aims to offer ideas and ways of thinking about complex issues. This report explores strategic matters of interest to mixed farmers, teasing out the options and exploring how they vary in different circumstances. It doesn’t seek to provide precise answers; it highlights issues and options to be considered and gives more insight into how they can be tackled by individuals seeking to develop solutions to their own unique set of circumstances. (more)...

Final Report- Sustainable Grazing on Saline Land Victoria and Tasmania

Summarises the research findings of this project.

SGSL Producer Network Projects (Victoria & Tasmania)

The Victorian Producer Network committee was chaired by Christine Forster and supported 17 grower sites. A further two project sites were located in Tasmania and coordinated through the Victorian Producer Network committee.

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Managing Tasmanian Native Pastures

a Technical Guide for Graziers

This detailed guide provides information aimed at woolgrowers with native pastures in Tasmania. Includes background information on native pastures, key species, management of native pasture in different conditions, and with different techniques and stra

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Tasmanian wool, natural landscapes, natural fibres

Background/overview of the Tasmanian project and issues being researched. Factsheet of the two LWW sub-programs- Integrating Biodiversity with Sustainable Grazing Systems and Sustainable Sheep Grazing for Riparian Landscapes for Tasmania. States the

Biodiversity conservation integrated into sustainable grazing systems (Tasmania)

The Midlands is well known for producing some of the world’s most prestigious wool. Not so well known is the fact that the wool-producing enterprises in the region are substantially based on native vegetation that can be of high conservation significance. The Tasmanian regional project, Biodiversity conservation integrated into sustainable grazing systems, looked at how woolgrowers currently manage their native vegetation for production purposes on-farm. The project aimed to take a (more)...

Sustainable sheep grazing systems for riparian landscapes

Tasmania has a reputation for producing some of the finest and cleanest wool in the world. Helping woolgrowers determine the best ways of integrating good riparian management into sustainable grazing systems was the focus of this project. It investigated the management of riparian pastures and native vegetation, and how different land use practices affect the health of rivers. The study was linked with the Land, Water & Wool Native Vegetation and Biodiversity project (more)...

Rapid Appraisal of Riparian Condition now available for South Australia and Tasmania

A simple and accurate assessment of the health of riparian areas in the mid-north of South Australia and Tasmania is now available, with the Rapid Appraisal of Riparian Condition (RARC) method adapted for local conditions. Two tailored RARC’s have been produced through the Rivers & Water Quality Sub-program to take account of particular regional characteristics in South Australia and Tasmania. (more)...