Author: Rebecca Thyer
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Deep-learning imaging to picture crop health
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-11T09:00:00+10:00Using a technique that has become known for internet ‘deepfakes’, researchers are working to improve image detection in cereals for use in research and commercial fields
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Yield gains if flowering period optimised
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-09T09:00:00+10:00Re-evaluating sowing dates to balance crop stress against crop potential could boost wheat yields in Central Queensland
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Autonomous agriculture just a step away
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-05T09:00:00+10:00The technical review behind the autonomous machinery code of practice has found that these technologies are fast approaching
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Wild peanut’s legacy reaches across the world
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-24T09:00:00+11:00One well-travelled wild peanut has had a profound influence on food security and pest and disease resistance around the world, showing what can be achieved when genetics are shared
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Chickpea ‘saviour’ retires
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-23T09:00:00+11:00Dr Kevin Moore’s research, knowledge, enthusiasm and dedication to plant pathology have been vital in establishing and nurturing the northern region’s pulse industry
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Quality candidates recognised in historic double win
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-20T09:00:00+11:00For the first time in its history, the Australasian Grain Science Association has presented two researchers with the Guthrie Award for their outstanding contributions to grain science
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Challenges to chickpea expansion tackled
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-10T09:00:00+11:00An ambitious team effort is underway to expand chickpea production in Australia to embrace more non-traditional areas such as southern Australia and Western Australia
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Statistical modelling upgrade improves variety trials analysis
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-14T09:00:00+11:00Varieties can be compared more easily across environments with a method that helps both breeders and growers understand yield’s biological drivers
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Technique to tease apart traits improves germplasm selection
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-11T09:00:00+11:00Traits for tolerance and resistance to crown rot can be separated in a new statistical method that is helping pre-breeders develop better germplasm
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Genetic work aims to redirect stress pathway to plant growth
Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-10T09:00:00+11:00A greater understanding of the genes involved in chickpeas’ stress response could lead to enhanced plant growth