Hauxwell, C. 2022 Final Report: Biology of pasture mealybug and identification of natural enemies. Meat and Livestock Australia Limited 2022
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Notes: Pasture dieback causes unhealthy growth and death in a range of introduced and native grasses across Queensland and into northern NSW, resulting in large losses in beef production areas. Pasture mealybug, Heliococcus summervillei Brookes, is the primary cause of pasture dieback. This project aims to describe the life history of pasture mealybug, provide an understanding of the link between mealybug and pasture dieback, and identify natural enemies.
