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Weeds and diseases pose a serious risk for farmers and growers as they can impact on food and agricultural production.

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  • Plant diseases impact grains, fruits, vegetables, flowers and other plants and pose a threat to Western Australia’s agricultural industries, native flora and market access.
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  • Weeds are estimated to cost Australian agriculture more than $2.5 billion per year. Understanding weeds and the various methods to control them helps reduce costs and improves productivity.
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  • Plants that are prevented entry into Western Australia or have control or keeping requirements are known as declared pests.
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  • PestFacts WA is an interactive reporting service that provides risk alerts, and current information and advice on pests and diseases threatening crops and pastures throughout WA's grainbelt during each growing season.
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