Abstract
The history of the Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) dates back to 1969 and the APPS has grown considerably in stature since its inception. Key Society functions are to stage a biennial conference, produce a well known journal increasingly recognised on a world stage and to serve its members in a variety of ways. The retiring Executive recognised several areas where Society functions could be strengthened, including strategic planning, financial arrangements and instigation of sub-committees. Changes have been made in these areas. Opportunities to further improve the way the Society operates remain, including governance and long-term planning. The APPS has achieved a great deal since its formation nearly 40 years ago.
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Retiring President, Australasian Plant Pathology Society, BSES Limited, PO Box 566, Tully, Qld 4854, Australia.
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Magarey, R.C. APPS: stepping into the future — how far can we go?. Australasian Plant Pathology 36, 503–509 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1071/AP07070
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1071/AP07070