Investigating non-synthetic ‘biorationals’ for pest and disease control
Disclaimer: This webinar contains mention of some products which are not registered with the APVMA, have not all been tested for use in mushrooms and therefore may not be suitable for mushroom growing. The information presented is for educational purposes only.
Dr Aimee McKinnon (Agriculture Victoria) is a research scientist leading the Hort Innovation funded project MU22000: Non-synthetic alternatives to complement pest and disease management practices in mushrooms.
The objective of the research is to review and evaluate available and potential biorational agents and formulations for their potential to control key pests and diseases of commercial mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus).
In this webinar, Aimee first outlined what biorational agents are, discussed what options are available in Australia, and presented how the experimental research is being conducted to assess novel biorationals for efficacy and compatibility with mushroom growing.
Aimee has expertise working with insect pathogens and with beneficial soil microorganisms for plant health. She has experience in developing molecular diagnostic methods and in biological control of insect pests for IPM.
This webinar was made possible through the Hort Innovation project MU20003: Mushroom industry communications program. It has been funded through the Mushroom research and development levy and contributions from the Australian Government.
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