Flystrike

When filled with biopesticides like tea tree oil, tiny silica nanoparticles with surface spikes purpose-built to give prolonged periods of protection (pictured) could be a key puzzle piece for flystrike control.

Nano-formulated biopesticides on the horizon for flystrike control

A new Tea Tree Oil-based treatment for blowfly strike in sheep is being trialled.

08 January 2025

DPIRD reminds sheep producers to monitor flocks regularly and to treat infected sheep promptly. Photo: DPIRD.

Spring reminder to reduce flystrike risk in sheep

Conditions have been ideal for flystrike in sheep prompting a reminder for producers to be vigilant.

29 September 2024

Researchers at the University of Queensland are working on an innovative solution for controlling flystrike in sheep.

Chemical-free flystrike control research shows promising results

Researchers are cracking the code for chemical-free flystrike control using RNA technology.

17 July 2024

On the nose: University of Western Australia’s Graeme Martin has supervised a study looking into which odours from Merino wool attract blowflies. Photo courtesy Graeme Martin.

Lateral thinking leads to innovative work towards flystrike management

New UWA paper looks at which sheep odours attract blowflies in a step towards resistance breeding.

06 March 2024

A new AWI investment will provide guidance for wool growers transitioning into a non-mulesed sheep enterprise.

Additional funding announced to manage flystrike

Expressions of interest sought from agriculture and sheep consultants

17 February 2022

Woolgrowers across Australia are being advised to look out for flystrike.

Flystrike warning for woolgrowers

Favourable weather conditions could see a rise in flystrike this year.

12 January 2022

AWI has announced almost one million dollars in funding to help research and manage flystrike . Picture Mark Saunders.

Flystrike research boosted

AWI further invests in flystrike

27 October 2021

Agriculture Victoria says to be prepared for flystrike in sheep as warmer weather approaches. Picture Mark Saunders.

Ideal conditions lead to flystrike warning

Sheep producers need to prepare for potential fly issues

18 October 2021

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

Research Report: Chaser Bins

Chaser bins play a vital role when it comes to on-farm grain logistics. The January Research Report features a comprehensive round up of the latest chaser bins of 30 tonnes-plus capacity.

Research Report: Succession Planning (December 2024)

This month's research report, compiled with the input of John White, Rural Generations, is a great resource for succession planning. A key message from the report is to start succession planning as soon as possible.

Research Report: Field Days Wrap (November 2024)

Kondinin Group's research team has the low down on the latest gear that was on show at various field days held around the country in the past few months.

Research Report: Trailing Sheep Feeders (October 2024)

Trailing sheep feeders are on the menu for Kondinin Group's October Research Report with nine popular models covered.

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