Research is continuing into finding spray drift reduction techniques.
Calls to test water quality before using it for application of herbicides and pesticides.
Highly alkaline sodic and dispersive subsoils are a significant production constraint for Peter and Robert Allen, but trials exploring the deep placement of amendments are...
From a return on investment (ROI) point of view, the ‘best’ lime is the cheapest one that achieves a given increase in soil pH. It...
Making decisions about crop varieties is now easier with new NVT data available
The 2020 South Australian Crop Sowing Guide is now available to support growers with their variety choices.
Researchers are starting to unlock the secrets of how frost-tolerant wheat varieties cope with the cold, with the identification of a biochemical pathway unique to...
Results from trials across southern and Western Australia have reassured growers that farm input decisions have little impact on the susceptibility of wheat crops to...
@Harvestloss is an exciting twitter platform that has been guiding growers in their quest to reduce grain losses at harvest time.
A 20-year paddock survey has highlighted the changing weed management practices of growers in WA’s northern agricultural region.
New southern research findings have highlighted the grain and hay yield losses caused by a common, yet previously little-known, oat cropping disease – Red leather...
Vetch is highly versatile and can be grown for grazing, hay, green or brown manure, or grain production. South Australian grower Adrian Bormann says vetch...
Modifying headers to include air assist can reduce chickpea harvest losses by up to 90kg/ha in low-yielding seasons
Three new herbicide-tolerant soybean varieties have been launched that widen the crops’ growing range.
To improve control rates, weed management specialists recommend targeting weeds when they are small
A new fact sheet from GRDC outlines wild radish’s ecology, herbicide resistance status and management options.
Compiling information from international knowledge and expertise, the Fall armyworm Continuity Plan has been developed for the Australian grains industry.
A profound mindset change and appreciation for the role of beneficial insects in an integrated pest management plan has led Western Districts grower Lachlan McDougall...
Australian efforts to stay one step ahead of ever-changing rust pathogens have been successful in minimising damage from new strains of rust. Once virulence arises,...
This year marks the centenary of cereal rust research at the University of Sydney. The primary focus of the work, which was initiated by Professor...
Trade implications could be felt as grains markets move to develop chemical regulations.
Consultant Mark Congreve spoke about the future of chemical use at summer grains event.
Large numbers of Queensland crops were surveyed and diseases processed in 2019-20, despite travel restrictions caused by the global pandemic. The 2019-20 survey included wheat,...
Growers should be aware of how confirmation bias could be associated with their selection of brands, breeds and farming practices such as biosecurity. This means...
As more grain is stored on-farm, it is essential that it is managed correctly so that the quality does not deteriorate. Storing grain on-farm successfully...
Adding aeration to storage facilities is one of the most effective means of maintaining grain product quality. When correctly designed and managed, aeration achieves cooler...
Growing understanding of biological constraints is driving a rethink on matching crop sequences, that include pulses, to production systems and environments for the medium-rainfall zone...
Corrigin, Western Australia, grower Gavin Hooper is searching for a high-value legume that suits his low-rainfall cropping environment. Hooper and his family have been involved...
Growers should check new guidelines to support their decision making and minimise losses from poor windrow timing.
Research demonstrates early-sown canola produces efficient roots to help boost yields.
Trial shows mixed farmers could gain.
Northern region growers are contemplating late sowing options for sorghum.
Pre-breeders have developed advanced wheat lines with tolerance to some of the physical and chemical stresses found in areas with alkaline and dispersive subsoils
The Wheat Quality Australia variety master list for 2020 has been released. Nine newly classified wheat varieties – four feed and five milling varieties –...
Deep ripping on an angle can improve machinery trafficability in many situations, as well as boosting crop emergence. But there is a price to pay...
Tools that measure a crop’s ‘greenness’ could help breeding programs to select wheat varieties tolerant to the root lesion nematode, Pratylenchus thornei. Researchers from the...
A revamp of wheat’s early growth characteristics has enhanced its ability to outcompete weeds, with the new trait attracting the interest of commercial breeders
A GRDC research project is underway to identify canola germplasm that possess heat tolerance, including associated traits, with field trials planted in New South Wales...
Research has highlighted the brain health benefits of following a nutritious diet rich in wholegrains and legumes. The Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council has examined...
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Geneticists seek to breed new grain varieties to help manage climate change.
AI breeding strategy for bread wheats uses genomic predictions to find stress solutions.
A partnership between GRDC and SARDI has facilitated a range of projects that provide innovative research outcomes relevant to South Australia's cropping zones. One of...
The Grains AgTech Showcase free, online event will be held on Wednesday, October 14 is open to grain growers, agronomists, advisers, researchers and industry stakeholders.
The western region Grower Network groups met to discuss and prioritise constraints and opportunities for the five port zone areas.
Grain growers in the southern cropping region are invited to provide GRDC with ideas to advance their industry.
NSW grain grower Roy Hamilton is urging his industry colleagues to take extra care with workplace health and safety this harvest.
Farm management experts say succession planning should be taken seriously to avoid problems in the future.
As more grain is stored on-farm, it is essential that it is managed correctly so that the quality does not...
Grain storage moves beyond feed and seed to offer options for better selling strategies.
