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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