Tasmanian farms at risk from new invasive pest, the serpentine leafminer (opens original article in a new tab)

Authorities in Tasmania are investigating the first detection of the invasive serpentine leafminer, which threatens horticultural and vegetable production by damaging plant leaves and reducing crop yields.

• Tasmania's first detection of the invasive serpentine leafminer was found at a commercial grower in the state's north-west.
• The pest damages plant leaves, reducing photosynthesis and crop yields by creating tunnels in leaves.
• Biosecurity Tasmania is conducting surveillance and tracing activities to control the spread of the pest.