5 October 2023
The APVMA has updated an existing permit (Ethephon (PER92913)) for the use of ethephon for cordon bunch crop removal. This new permit … more
Archive for the ‘Agrochemical Updates’ Category
Agrochemical update June 2023
22 June 202322 June 2023
This agrochemical update summarises the major changes in the 2023/24 ‘Dog book’ compared with the previous version. The new edition will be … more
Agrochemical update: emergency use permit for Nufarm Amishield Fungicide
12 December 20227 December 2022
The APVMA has issued an off-label permit (PER93023) enabling the use of Nufarm Amishield Fungicide (APVMA No. 88958) on grapevines. It is … more
Agrochemical update – emergency use permit for metalaxyl products
10 November 202210 November 2022
The APVMA has issued an off-label permit (PER92970) enabling the use of certain metalaxyl formulations that are not registered for grapevines. It … more
Agrochemical update – temporary change to Ontario’s MRL for phosphorous acid
4 November 20224 November 2022
Australian Grape & Wine recently announced that it has negotiated a temporary change to the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) MRL … more
Agrochemical update June 2022
15 June 2022This agrochemical update summarises the major changes in the 2022/23 ‘Dog book’ compared with the previous version. The new edition will be available from 1 … more
Downy mildew update
18 November 2021Issued: 18 November 2021, updated 19 November 2021
Recent weather conditions have been conducive to downy mildew infection and symptoms of the disease have been … more
Managing disease in wet conditions
12 November 202112 November 2021
Most grapegrowing regions across Australia have experienced some rainfall in the past week. The Bureau of Meteorology has maintained the ENSO (El … more
Agrochemical update October 2021 – Using sulfur to protect vines, particularly under cool conditions
13 October 202113 October 2021
Powdery mildew, caused by the fungal pathogen Erysiphe necator, is one of the most economically important diseases of grapevines worldwide. It … more
Agrochemical update June 2021 – New ‘Dog book’ available
23 June 202123 June 2021
The 2021/22 edition of Agrochemicals registered for use in Australian viticulture (the ‘Dog book’) is now available. The updated ‘Dog book’ can … more