Fungicide resistance trends in Australia and New Zealand

This review provides a detailed analysis of cropping systems and fungicide use in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), emphasizing the region’s unique agricultural landscapes and the evolving challenges of fungicide resistance. Despite Australia’s larger cropping area, New Zealand consistently achieves higher yields in key sectors such as wheat and apple production. From 1990 to 2022, fungicide use in ANZ increased steadily, reflecting expanded crop acreage and a relatively recent adoption of synthetic fungicides compared to other developed nations.