At the annual conference of tho Fruit growers' Association a letter was received from Captain Broun, tho well-known entomologist, suggesting tho distribution of a beetle which had been found valuable as a destroyer of various pests. It was resolved, " That tho Government bo urged to proclaim places and reserves in various districts for tho purpose of preserving native birds and insects which may prove of value to farmers in tho future."

A resolution was passed recommending the Government to provido some practical entomologist with the moans of obtaining information regarding insects, for the benefit of tho farming community.
