Plant diseases and pests
Plant pathology and entomology contacts
Mango shoot looper
Mango shoot looper (MSL) has been detected in the Darwin rural area. It is an exotic moth species.
If you think you have seen MSL in the Northern Territory, call 1800 084 881.
Read more about MSL.
The plant pathology and entomology sections are based at Berrimah Farm on Makagon Road, Berrimah.
Plant pathology
Email plant.pathology@nt.gov.au or call 08 8999 2218.
Entomology - pests and beneficials
Email insectinfo@nt.gov.au or call 08 8999 2258.
Exotic Plant Pest Hotline
Call 1800 084 881.
Sample submission
To send samples for identification to the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, use the addresses below.
Courier addresses
For plants
Plant Pathology Section
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Berrimah Farm
Makagon Road
Berrimah NT 0828
For insects
Entomology Section
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Berrimah Farm
Makagon Road
Berrimah NT 0828
Postal addresses
For plants
Plant Pathology Section
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
GPO Box 3000
Darwin NT 0801
For insects
Entomology Section
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
GPO Box 3000
Darwin NT 0801
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