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SPHD is currently seeking expressions of interest from plant biosecurity diagnosticians or research scientists for update, review and verification of NDPs. The National Diagnostic Protocols (NDPs) are an integral component of Australia’s plant biosecurity system. The process of development is manage

The National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is delighted to announce that registrations are now open for the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (ADW) 2024-25. The National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is delighted to announce that registrations are now open for the Vir

Revised reference standards for NDP's to strengthen plant biosecurity. The Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics (SPHD) has endorsed four revised reference standards that outline the nationally agreed processes for developing, reviewing, verifying and endorsing the National Diagnostic Protocols (

Australian Chief Plant Protection Officer (ACPPO), Dr Gabrille Vivian-Smith, will chair a webinar on systematic applications for 21st-century biosecurity solutions. Presenters will discuss current research on the highly invasive brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys). Australian Chief Plant

The National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN) shares regular updates through their monthly newsletter, The NPDN Communicator, which features articles, diagnostic tips, and opportunities relevant to the plant diagnostic community. The National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN) in the United States of Am

The National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is delighted to announce that registrations are now open for the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (ADW) 2024-25. Connect. Identify. Protect. The National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is delighted to announce its annual even

Registrations are now open for 25th Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Conference that will be held at the International Conference Centre in Sydney, NSW from 26 - 28 May 2025. Registrations are now open for 25th Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Conference that will be held at th

This month we are profiling Adrian Fox, who is the Lead Plant Virologist from Fera Science Ltd, York, UK. This month we are profiling Adrian Fox, who is the Lead Plant Virologist from Fera Science Ltd, York, UK. How did you find yourself on this career path? I originally completed a Bachelor’s degre