‘If it’s down it’s downy’ is probably a saying you’ve heard before, but there is much mystery surrounding downy mildew’s lifecycle and behaviour on the farm, making it challenging to manage.

In this episode, Jesse chats with Dr Len Tesoriero, an experienced plant pathologist with over 40 years of experience in the field, to understand about what’s known, what’s unknown and what can be done to control downy mildew on farm.

From farm biosecurity and monitoring to crop management and hygiene, Len shares some practical tips to help you prevent incursions and manage outbreaks early.

Whether you’ve dealt with the disease before or want to stay ahead of it, this episode will outline clear strategies to keep your crop healthy.

This podcast is hosted by RMCG and funded by AgriFutures Australia, with support from the Australian Government and the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Rural Development.