Biofumigation – from the fundamentals to the farming system

85 researchers, growers and industry specialists from 22 countries met to discuss their research and experiences with biofumigation, the use of Brassica species, such as mustard, radish or rapeseed, to manage soil-borne pests and weeds.

Biofumigation is used across a range of crops and farming situations and often has extra benefits such as increased soil organic matter and soil structure improvements. While biofumigation may not be a silver bullet, a meta-analysis by the International Committee on MeBr (methyl bromide) replacement judged it among the most promising non-chemical approaches for replacing MeBr in some disease control situations.

The Symposium ran for three days and, apart from scientific and industry presentations, included tours of Canberra for visitors and a field trip to Yandilla Mustard Enterprise and the Jacob's farm at Wallendbeen where sheep dogs and shearing enthralled the international delegates.

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Letter of Invitation

The Australian organising committee invites delegates to Canberra, Australia's national capital, to participate in the 3rd International Biofumigation Symposium.  Following the successful meetings in Florence (2004) and Idaho (2006) we will gather international experts to discuss the latest developments in the use of bioactive brassicaceous plant products in agriculture and horticulture.  As the first meeting in the southern hemisphere, delegates will also get to see the science and application of biofumigation in the unique and diverse Australian environment. Research reporting other bioactive mechanisms in non-Brassicaceous plants is also welcome.