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Pests, diseases and weeds

Photograph showing Eucalypt leaf beetle larvae

There are a wide range of pests, diseases and weeds that can affect forestry plantations, causing damage to trees and land and resulting in economic loss.

DPI provides general and specific information to help you with the identification, treatment and prevention of pests, diseases and weeds. You can also find out what your responsibilities are when it comes to stopping their spread.

To report infectious plant pests and diseases, please contact the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881 or email photos of the suspect material to plant.protection@dpi.vic.gov.au.

Sections

A-Z of weeds

Pests
Find information on a variety of pests that affect forestry plantations.

Invasive Plant Classifications

Diseases
Plant classifications of declared noxious weeds in Victoria and a complete listing of which plants have which classifications in your area.

Invasive Plant management

Weeds
Weeds can degrade land and plantations, so it’s important to manage them effectively