Battling Pests and Diseases for a Sustainable Future
Outbreaks of the diseases Fiji leaf gall, orange rust and smut have cost hundreds of millions of dollars and have impacted the sugarcane plant breeding program and on-farm management.
Exotic pests and diseases and more commonly endemic/established pests and diseases pose an ongoing challenge to the industry.
Protecting Our Sugarcane
At Sugar Research Australia (SRA), we are committed to safeguarding the sugarcane industry by staying ahead of destructive pests and diseases. With state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, effective breeding programs for disease-resistant varieties, and rigorous quarantine measures, we actively mitigate the impact of major threats such as Fiji Leaf Gall, Orange Rust, and Pachymetra Root Rot. Our mission is to ensure a healthier, more resilient sugarcane crop, protecting both the industry and the environment for years to come.
