PARTHENIUM ACTION GROUP

Background
The Parthenium Action Group Inc. (PAG) is a community group formed in the Central Highlands in 1994.  They are base funded by the National Heritage Trust to promote Best Practice in the Fitzroy Basin Grazing Lands.  Currently they employ two project officers to sell the message of Best Management Practices for Parthenium weed (see below).

The Parthenium Action Group has compiled information on current advances in Parthenium weed control/prevention, pasture management, biological control and herbicide use.  This information has been contributed by many researchers and landholders.

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Key Projects:

  • Best Management Practices manual
  • Education and awareness program

Issues of concern:

  • The spread of Parthenium!
  • Creating awareness of the problem and the severe health effects it has on people

Contacts:

  • Mr Scott Dearden
    "Blockadirt"
    Rolleston QLD 4702
    Ph/Fax: (07) 4984 3266
  • Ms Amanda Moran
    PO Box 229
    Clermont QLD 4721
    Ph: (07) 4983 4743
    Fax: (07) 4983 2978

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URL: http://chrrupp.tag.csiro.au/Who/landcare-pag.htm
Last Updated: February 28, 2000. ©CSIRO