Story: DR. BUG A LUGS - Pests & insects
Episode: 06
Presenter: Dr Darryl Hardie
Air Date: 1st October 2022

Dr. Darryl is back! And he’s got some fantastic tips to keep those citrus trees pest free!

• Spring is here and the temperature is rising meaning fruit fly will be on the move.
• Fruit fly have been an issue for gardeners in most parts of Australia for over 100 years.
• Qfly in Qld, NSW, NT, Vic, and Medfly in WA.
• The four methods to reduce or eliminate fruit fly as an issue are: Hygiene/Sanitation, Exclusion, Lure and kill and Bait spraying.
• The best methods to employ will depend on your, location, plant hosts and previous experience.
• For example, if you live in a metro area and you have an apricot or peach tree then your only real option will be to exclude flies with appropriate netting.
• Biosecurity is a shared responsibility. Everyone must play their part to stop the introduction and spread of pests and diseases.
• Early detection and reporting are key to eradicating and managing pests.
• Download the MyPestGuide reporter app to send images of pests, disease symptoms or damage you find in your home, garden, and local park.