Pests, Diseases & Weeds

New seed security threat

March 2018

A review of the import of brassica seed is a threat to small farmers, seed suppliers and our nation's food sovereignty, says Justin Russell.

July 2017

Justin Russell discovers a new found love for July and suggests some warming winter gardening action.

May 2017

Penny Woodward shares the hidden benefits of some of her favourite garden weeds.

October 2016

As spring morphs into summer, check out JUSTIN RUSSELL's handy gardening guide.

October 2016

JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests ways to keep destructive fruit fly at bay so you can enjoy your organically grown fruit.

June 2020

Peas appear to be a favourite of snails and slugs -- Penny Woodward has a simple solution.

September 2019

Flowers provide bright splashes of colour for many months says Penny Woodward

March 2019

Recipes to combat some garlic pests and diseases from Penny Woodward

February 2019

Ants are part of life in Australia, says Denis Crawford, and are very important in the environment.

January 2019

This important insect-repellent herb has lots of uses says Penny Woodward