by Sonia Waterson | Dec 5, 2025 | News
In October Seed Potatoes Victoria and AuSPICA hosted an industry meeting in Bungaree (Ballarat), growers and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss the detection of Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) in Tasmanian seed and its implications. Technical evidence presented...
by Sonia Waterson | Dec 5, 2025 | News
Potatoes Australia: calling for more timely support on PMTV Potatoes Australia has repeatedly called for the urgent activation of the biosecurity response component (formerly the Emergency Plant Pest Response Levy) to support growers impacted by Potato Mop-Top Virus...
by Sonia Waterson | Oct 7, 2025 | Event
We’re thrilled to announce that Team Potato has officially hit the ground running with our very first event!This debut event was a huge success, filled with energy, team spirit, and plenty of potato-fuelled determination.24 enthusiastic runners joined Team Potato....
by Sonia Waterson | Oct 7, 2025 | News
Important information for consideration It has been confirmed that Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) was detected in seed potatoes held in storage in Victoria. The seed potatoes were supplied from Tasmania prior to the introduction of movement restrictions. The affected...
by Sonia Waterson | Oct 7, 2025 | News
The recent detection of Potato Mop-Top Virus (PMTV) in Tasmania marks the first time this virus has been found in Australia. While this presents a challenge for our industry, it also demonstrates the value of growers, industry, and government working together. Grower...
