Melina Miles
Dr Melina Miles is Principal Entomologist with the Queensland Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and leader of the Field Crops Entomology Team, based in Toowoomba. Melina has around 20 years experience in entomological research and extension that has included stints in the Victorian Wimmera and Central Queensland before moving to Toowoomba in 1999. A focus of Melina's research is seeks to develp an understanding of insect pest impact on the crop, in particular the development of economic thresholds to guide decisions about the need for control. Research and extension activities that support the adoption of Integrated Pest Management is a key focus of the DAFF Entomology team, in particular the development of readily available online technical information (e.g. the Beatsheet Blog), and workshops for growers and advisers.
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