A Guide to Integrated Pest Management for Brassica - Insect Pest, Disease, Virus, Nematode and Weed Control

Abstract

This guide outlines the key issues that should be considered in relation to the implementation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for brassica crops on a whole of crop basis. The guide addresses the key control methods and their rating in an IPM system for the major insect pests, disease, virus, nematode and weed control.
The guide should be used in conjunction with the posters; “Brassica crop protection products – A guide to potential impacts on beneficials” and the “Best Practice IPM – Overview”. The guide should also be used alongside other publications such as the, “Field Guide to – Pests,Diseases and Disorders of Vegetable Brassicas.