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Latest News 17 May 2010
Dieback Information Group conference 2010
The 2010 Dieback Information Group conference will be held at Murdoch University on July 16th 2010. ...

17 May 2010
DWG Autumn 2010 Newsletter
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Dieback: The Biological Bulldozer
1) What Is It?
The impact of Phytophthora Dieback is arguably the greatest threat to the biodiversity of the south-west region in Western Australia. Within infested areas Phytophthora dieback acts like a Biological Bulldozer by killing dominant tree and understorey plant species. Thereby, the introduction of the disease results in a dramatically altered plant community.
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2) How Can We Manage It?
Once Phytophthora Dieback is introduced into a site it is near impossible to eradicate it. Therefore, management of the disease must aim to prevent further spread & reduce its impact.
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3) What Can I Do To Help?
There is plenty we can all do to help in the fight against this devastating plant disease. You can minimise the spread of the disease by buying Dieback-free materials such as soil, gravel, potting mix, mulch and nursery plants.
Find out how you can help...