Media release no.
16 May 2001 Agriculture Western Australia plant pathologist Rob Loughman has been recognised for his efforts to help farmers manage the risk of serious cereal diseases including stem rust. Dr Loughman manages the agency's integrated cereals pest and disease program and is a leading expert on leaf and stem rust in wheat. His work is part of a team effort supported by key regional research and development officers. He said the awards highlighted the terrific work and advancements being driven by people within the agency for the benefit of agriculture. His use of active monitoring to define the extent of threats in different parts of the State's wheatbelt has been extremely valuable to growers.