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GRDC launches industry-driven research consortium to capitalise on growing global oat market

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has launched the Oat Grain Quality Consortium (OGQC),...

Call for AgTech solutions: Apply to innovate!

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has teamed up with Cicada Innovations to kick...

WA grains extension and innovation recognised with GRDC awards

The GRDC Grains Research Update in Perth has recognized two outstanding contributors to the Western...

Communications expert and agronomist each win grains industry awards

Australian agricultural communicator Belinda Cay and agronomist Jana Dixon were celebrated with prestigious awards from...

Workshops to prepare for winter planting

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), in collaboration with AMPS Research, is hosting a...

SA grain growers to shape research investment

South Australian grain growers, particularly those in the Eyre Peninsula, are being called upon to...

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Agronomy +

Agronomy

National variety trials Soil and nutrition Frost management Water resources Spray drift

Latest variety information on-hand for growers through NVT Harvest Reports

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has released its National Variety Trials (NVT) Harvest...

2024 Grain Sowing Guide for Queenslanders

Queensland grain growers have an opportunity to fine-tune varietal selection ahead of next year’s planting...

Soil survey aims to help growers make informed decisions

The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry wants to target its investment to help...

Could manure be the magic ingredient to improve yields?

Long-term farming systems research shows that growing one crop a year with high levels of...

Technology offers real-time support during frost events

Alerts and step-by-step decision support are now available to help manage frost damage in real...

Soil amelioration methods tested in frost mitigation trial

Trials on the Eyre Peninsula are finding that soil amelioration may have a role to...

How well is fallow working to build profit across your farming system?

Waiting until there is a threshold of soil water before sowing is critical for maximising...

New guide on water use for dryland cropping

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has introduced 'Water Smart Farming', a comprehensive manual...

World-first solution to combat spray drift saves growers time, money

The Weather and Networked Data (WAND) system, a pioneering Australian-developed weather data technology, has been...

Waving a WAND to boost spraying certainty

The Weather and Networked Data (WAND) system allows growers to plan their spraying operations with...

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Grower stories +

Grower stories

National Northern Western Southern

Weed control a key focus as new season gets underway

Each year, GroundCover™ follows a group of growers from across Australia as they manage the...

Season-ending rain complicates harvest across the country

Each year, GroundCover™ follows a group of growers from across Australia as they manage the...

On-farm storage essential for timely harvest

New storage complexes and nutrient management plans reflect how both farming innovation and wider industry...

Contractors put weather damage worries on the back foot

Jarrod Amery outlines the challenges and opportunities facing his farm business south of Forbes in...

‘Legume leader’ set to share 40 years of lupin experience

The concept of crop champions is an extension and development tool that has delivered over...

Writing the rule book for canola establishment

Establishment is key when it comes to setting canola up to yield to its potential....

Strong yields open new chapters in cereal story

In his first year in the GRDC Hyper Yielding Crops program, sixth-generation Tasmanian beef producer...

Engagement in trials creates a cereal contender

Encouraged by a record-breaking wheat yield achieved as part of the 2022 GRDC Hyper Yielding...

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Weeds, pests and diseases +

Weeds, pests and diseases

Weeds Pests Diseases Biosecurity Chemical regulation

Lessons for navigating resistance storms

The annual Crop Protection Forum, convened by the Australian Herbicide Research Initiative, is a key...

Researcher encourages pre-sowing fenceline sprays

Spraying fencelines in early autumn enables weeds to be targeted when they are small

Managing canola pests using beneficial insects, spiders and mites

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is spearheading two innovative research projects, led by...

Growers urged to report mouse numbers

Australian grain growers are being urged to participate in a national campaign focused on early...

Barley grass stripe rust variants characterised by increased virulence

BGYR (barley grass stripe [yellow] rust), was first detected in Australia in 1998, predominantly affecting...

Preserving our fungicides

Successful stewardship is the key to prolonging the longevity of fungicides and requires collaboration, engagement...

Prevention the key to biosecurity when sowing

To minimise the risk of plant pathogens and pests spreading through the transportation of seed,...

Honey bee surveillance plays vital role in grains industry

The National Bee Pest Surveillance Program is an early warning system that uses a range...

Grains industry scores A-plus for chemical residue compliance

Australia’s grains industry has a 99.2 per cent compliance rate with national maximum residue limits...

EU changes residue limit for haloxyfop on canola

The EU has announced it intends to reduce the MRL for haloxyfop on canola from...

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Crops +

Crops

Cereals Pulses Oilseeds Coarse grains

Australia’s wheat productivity ranks highest globally

A benchmarking study has found Australia has experienced the highest growth in wheat productivity globally...

Study reveals essential ingredients for hyper-yielding wheat

GRDC’s Hyper Yielding Crops research has confirmed the varieties, nutrition and fungicide treatments required for...

Project to optimise nutrition for WA pulse crops

Western Australian grain growers are set to benefit from new fertiliser guidelines aimed at optimizing...

New broadacre summer pulse crop for Queensland and northern NSW

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), in collaboration with the Queensland Department of Agriculture...

Understanding canola establishment to optimise yields

Establishment of any crop is foundational to its performance and, ultimately, its yield. A major...

Enquiring attitude opens opportunities

Have-a-go attitude is surprising Chloe Rout in the avenues and opportunities it can open for...

Expanded market options for better sorghum

A sorghum breeding program to improve grain quality alongside a project to explore end-uses for...

Research makes strong case for early sown sorghum in the north

Dryland cropping research could see some growers continue to push the boundaries of the traditional...

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Innovation +

Innovation

Precision agriculture and machinery Plant breeding Climate Industry insights

New SPAA manual brings grower insight to precision ag

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and the Society of Precision Agriculture Australia (SPAA)...

Flying fungicide? Drones could rescue bogged paddocks

Without a spray, Paul McGorman’s faba beans did not stand a chance in a very...

Researchers gain access to genetic resources to speed up oat, lupin breeding

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has announced a strategic partnership with Traitomic, a...

Gene technology comes into play on New Zealand pastures

AgResearch in New Zealand is developing pasture research programs using gene technology – including gene...

Paddock drainage trials show promising results

GRDC investments, South Coast NRM and Stirlings to Coast Farmers are exploring the potential return...

Learning important lessons from 2022’s Big Wet

Many growers were unprepared for the onslaught of 2022, which was one of the wettest...

Health benefits one reason to love legumes

Most Australians are falling short of the recommended 50 grams of legumes in their diet...

Helping noodle wheat meet Japanese expectations

The Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre is Australia’s market-facing agency for the Japanese noodle market,...

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Farm business +

Farm business

Business management Harvest Grain Storage

Help never far away in the wide-ranging agronomy network

Maintaining a healthy balance between professional and personal lives is essential for career longevity and...

IPM Checklist: a step-by-step guide for a sustainable grains industry

New GRDC IPM Checklist: Step-by-Step Sustainable Pest Management Guide for Australian Grain Industry, Aligning with...

Selecting grain protectants this harvest

GRDC's latest cereal protectants offer enhanced pest management. Key for growers: rotating Spinosad, Deltamethrin, Fenitrothion,...

Measure harvest losses to save time and make money

At the culmination of every cropping season, time is of the essence to bring crops...

Opt for gas-tight storage to safeguard your grain

Thanks to GRDC’s investment in the 1800 WEEVIL hotline, growers have a national team of...

Stored grain expert calls time on much-admired career

After a quarter of a century in stored grain research and extension, Philip Burrill is...

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National variety trials

Latest variety information on-hand for growers through NVT Harvest Reports

05 Apr 2024

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has released its National Variety Trials (NVT) Harvest Reports for 2023, offering growers...

2024 Grain Sowing Guide for Queenslanders

2024 Grain Sowing Guide for Queenslanders

16 Nov 2023

SA growers pick crop contenders with 2024 guide

SA growers pick crop contenders with 2024...

09 Nov 2023

Whole host of reasons for supporting NVT

Whole host of reasons for supporting NVT

14 Jun 2023

Northern growers gain access to latest variety information with NVT Harvest Reports

Northern growers gain access to latest variety...

12 Apr 2023

Soil and nutrition

Soil survey aims to help growers make informed decisions

27 Mar 2024

The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry wants to target its investment to help farmers make well-informed soil management decisions....

Could manure be the magic ingredient to improve yields?

Could manure be the magic ingredient to...

22 Mar 2024

Opportunities abound in a growing industry

Opportunities abound in a growing industry

18 Jan 2024

Shedding new light on soil organic carbon in Australian grain systems

Shedding new light on soil organic carbon...

17 Jan 2024

Where exactly does phosphorus fertiliser go?

Where exactly does phosphorus fertiliser go?

18 Dec 2023

Frost management

Technology offers real-time support during frost events

21 Feb 2024

Alerts and step-by-step decision support are now available to help manage frost damage in real time, with the support delivered...

Soil amelioration methods tested in frost mitigation trial

Soil amelioration methods tested in frost mitigation...

07 Sep 2023

Study tour reveals big differences between frost strategies

Study tour reveals big differences between frost...

05 Jun 2023

Frost and heat risks quantified with new major project

Frost and heat risks quantified with new...

05 Nov 2022

Novel in-season approach may help growers avoid frost damage

Novel in-season approach may help growers avoid...

01 Aug 2022

Water resources

How well is fallow working to build profit across your farming system?

06 Mar 2024

Waiting until there is a threshold of soil water before sowing is critical for maximising water use efficiency

New guide on water use for dryland cropping

New guide on water use for dryland...

25 Jan 2024

Comprehensive strategies to enhance western farming systems

Comprehensive strategies to enhance western farming systems

17 Nov 2023

Maize the winner, but it comes at a cost

Maize the winner, but it comes at...

14 Nov 2023

Embracing a data-based approach to optimising soil moisture

Embracing a data-based approach to optimising soil...

18 Oct 2023

Spray drift

Waving a WAND to boost spraying certainty

19 Dec 2023

The Weather and Networked Data (WAND) system allows growers to plan their spraying operations with more certainty. This summer spraying...

World-first solution to combat spray drift saves growers time, money

World-first solution to combat spray drift saves...

19 Dec 2023

Workshops localise crop-spraying know-how

Workshops localise crop-spraying know-how

11 Oct 2023

Australian growers gain access to tool to better manage spray drift

Australian growers gain access to tool to...

11 Jul 2023

Difference between inversions makes all the difference to spraying

Difference between inversions makes all the difference...

01 May 2023