This episode is part of a series that focuses on Fall Armyworm (FAW), a destructive horticultural and field pest that was detected in Australia in 2020.

Queensland dairy farmer, Melvyn Zischke, shares his FAW experience with Dairy Australia’s Dr Brenda McLachlan, Dr Melina Miles (Department of Primary Industries, Queensland) and New South Wales agronomist Peter Beale. 

The panel also discuss a range of potential options to minimise the impact of FAW in autumn planted pastures and forage crops, as well as the risks involved.

To find out more about FAW and access resources for dairy farmers, visit Fall Armyworm | Dairy Australia.  

This episode features a conversation with: 

Dr Brenda McLachlan, Development & Regional Adaptation Lead, Dairy Australia 
Dr Melina Miles, Principal Entomologist, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland 
Peter Beale, Senior Agronomist, New South Wales Local Land Services 
Melvyn Zischke, dairy farmer, Darling Downs, Queensland 

Related links 
Fall armyworm | The Beatsheet

If you have suggestions for future podcast episodes, you can get in contact with us by emailing dairypod@dairyaustralia.com.au.

This episode is part of a series that focuses on Fall Armyworm (FAW), a destructive horticultural and field pest that was detected in Australia in 2020.
Queensland dairy farmer, Melvyn Zischke, shares his FAW experience with Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Dr Brenda McLachlan, Dr Melina Miles (Department of Primary Industries, Queensland) and New South Wales agronomist Peter Beale.&nbsp;
The panel also discuss a range of potential options to minimise the impact of FAW in autumn planted pastures and forage crops, as well as the risks involved.
To find out more about FAW and access resources for dairy farmers, visit <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/issues-and-emergencies/fall-armyworm">Fall Armyworm | Dairy Australia</a>. &nbsp;
This episode features a conversation with:&nbsp;
Dr Brenda McLachlan, Development &amp; Regional Adaptation Lead, Dairy Australia&nbsp; Dr Melina Miles, Principal Entomologist, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland&nbsp; Peter Beale, Senior Agronomist, New South Wales Local Land Services&nbsp; Melvyn Zischke, dairy farmer, Darling Downs, Queensland&nbsp;
Related links&nbsp; <a href="https://thebeatsheet.com.au/key-pests/fall-armyworm/">Fall armyworm | The Beatsheet</a>
If you have suggestions for future podcast episodes, you can get in contact with us by emailing <a href="mailto:dairypod@dairyaustralia.com.au">dairypod@dairyaustralia.com.au</a>.

DairyPod is an agriculture industry podcast delivering insights and advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy.

Episodes feature a rotating panel of expert hosts, dairy farmers, industry advisors and thought leaders. Together they explore engaging topics tailored for Australian dairy farmers and our unique farming conditions.

Produced by Dairy Australia, a national services body working towards shaping a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.

DairyPod is an agriculture industry podcast delivering insights and advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy.
Episodes feature a rotating panel of expert hosts, dairy farmers, industry advisors and thought leaders. Together they explore engaging topics tailored for Australian dairy farmers and our unique farming conditions.
Produced by Dairy Australia, a national services body working towards shaping a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.

DairyPod delivers industry advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy.

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