Tomato virus pivot shifts strategy, giving hope to South Australian growers

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2025-05-31

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Tomato growers impacted by strict restrictions following the detection of a fruit virus last year say they hope they can now rebuild their lives as the South Australian government considers relaxing the rules. Officials say they've given up hope of eradicating the tomato virus and are now focusing on managing it.
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