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  • Deep-learning imaging to picture crop health
    Deep-learning imaging to picture crop health
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-11T09:00:00+10:00

    Using 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

  • Yield gains if flowering period optimised
    Yield gains if flowering period optimised
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-09T09:00:00+10:00

    Re-evaluating sowing dates to balance crop stress against crop potential could boost wheat yields in Central Queensland

  • Autonomous agriculture just a step away
    Autonomous agriculture just a step away
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-04-05T09:00:00+10:00

    The technical review behind the autonomous machinery code of practice has found that these technologies are fast approaching

  • Wild peanut’s legacy reaches across the world
    Wild peanut’s legacy reaches across the world
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-24T09:00:00+11:00

    One 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

  • Chickpea ‘saviour’ retires
    Chickpea ‘saviour’ retires
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-23T09:00:00+11:00

    Dr Kevin Moore’s research, knowledge, enthusiasm and dedication to plant pathology have been vital in establishing and nurturing the northern region’s pulse industry

  • Quality candidates recognised in historic double win
    Quality candidates recognised in historic double win
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-20T09:00:00+11:00

    For 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

  • Challenges to chickpea expansion tackled
    Challenges to chickpea expansion tackled
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2022-02-10T09:00:00+11:00

    An ambitious team effort is underway to expand chickpea production in Australia to embrace more non-traditional areas such as southern Australia and Western Australia

  • Statistical modelling upgrade improves variety trials analysis
    Statistical modelling upgrade improves variety trials analysis
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-14T09:00:00+11:00

    Varieties can be compared more easily across environments with a method that helps both breeders and growers understand yield’s biological drivers

  • Technique to tease apart traits improves germplasm selection
    Technique to tease apart traits improves germplasm selection
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-11T09:00:00+11:00

    Traits for tolerance and resistance to crown rot can be separated in a new statistical method that is helping pre-breeders develop better germplasm

  • Genetic work aims to redirect stress pathway to plant growth
    Genetic work aims to redirect stress pathway to plant growth
    Author: Rebecca Thyer, 2021-11-10T09:00:00+11:00

    A greater understanding of the genes involved in chickpeas’ stress response could lead to enhanced plant growth

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