The add and semi-add regions of the world are being relied upon to provide increasing amounts of agricultural products. This is being facilitated by the increasing dependence on irrigation.

Fusarium wilt was identified on the Darling Downs in the early 1990's and the disease has now been found in most cotton growing areas.

Plant diseases are currently threatening the productivity and sustainability of the cotton industry.

The future of the Australian Cotton industry will be determined by grower's ability to meet the needs of our customers.

Discussions with any number of people in the cotton industry will indicate that the move towards integrated Pest Management (IPM) has been one of the most significant changes in the industry in recent years, As a pest