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  • SA grain growers to shape research investment
    SA grain growers to shape research investment
    Region: South, 2024-03-15T11:00:00+11:00

    South Australian grain growers, particularly those in the Eyre Peninsula, are being called upon to participate in a series of National Grower Network (NGN) forums organized by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) this March. Scheduled to take place in Ceduna, Wirrulla, Port Kenny, and Wangary, these forums offer a vital platform for growers to influence the direction of research, development, and extension (RD&E) investments by sharing their on-farm experiences and identifying regional challenges. Eyre Peninsula advisor and GRDC Southern Panel member, Andrew Ware, emphasized the forums as a direct channel for growers to communicate their RD&E needs, highlighting current regional concerns such as managing calcareous soils and saline seeps. The GRDC is keen on generating insightful discussions and uncovering new investment ideas tailored to the unique conditions of the Eyre Peninsula. With presentations from experts on locally relevant issues, the forums aim to foster an environment of collaboration and innovation. GRDC grower relations managers, Rebekah Starick and Ruth Peek, will lead the events, ensuring a structured yet open dialogue. Registration is mandatory for logistical purposes, including refreshments and meals, underscoring the GRDC's commitment to facilitating meaningful engagement with the grains community.

  • Researchers gain access to genetic resources to speed up oat, lupin breeding
    Researchers gain access to genetic resources to speed up oat, lupin breeding
    Region: South, 2024-03-01T10:00:00+11:00

    The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has announced a strategic partnership with Traitomic, a Denmark-based crop trait development company, to revolutionize the breeding of oat and lupin varieties for Australian grain growers. This collaboration aims to enhance the availability of novel grain crop diversity, knowledge about this diversity, and methods for integrating it into elite crop varieties, thereby accelerating the development of new, improved varieties. Through the GRDC-Traitomic partnership, Australian breeders and pre-breeders will gain unprecedented access to extensive genetic libraries of unique genetic variants for oats and lupins, enabling the rapid identification of genes driving essential crop traits such as disease resistance and drought tolerance.

  • Communications expert and agronomist each win grains industry awards
    Communications expert and agronomist each win grains industry awards
    Region: South, 2024-02-06T15:00:00+11:00

    Australian agricultural communicator Belinda Cay and agronomist Jana Dixon were celebrated with prestigious awards from the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC). Belinda Cay received the GRDC Seed of Light award for her exceptional work in making grains research accessible and engaging for growers, while Jana Dixon was recognized with the GRDC Emerging Leader award, highlighting her promising contributions to the industry. Andrew Russell, GRDC Southern Panel chair, commended Cay for her broad and impactful work, ranging from marketing campaigns to professional development programs that significantly benefit the grains sector. Cay, the director of Ag Communicators, has been instrumental in various GRDC projects, enhancing the industry's communication and education efforts.

  • Fine-tuning legume agronomy to benefit SA growers
    Fine-tuning legume agronomy to benefit SA growers
    Region: South, 2024-01-23T09:00:00+11:00

    Pod drop caused by strong winds is one of the biggest challenges faced by South Australian lentil growers, who frequently report losses of up to 0.5 tonnes per hectare due to wind events prior to harvest.

  • South Australia to host leading Grains Research Update event
    South Australia to host leading Grains Research Update event
    Region: South, 2024-01-08T10:00:00+11:00

    Adelaide will be the focal point for the grains industry, hosting the GRDC Grains Research Update. This premier event, the first Grains Research Update of 2024 by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), is a vital platform for hundreds of grains researchers, advisers, consultants, and growers. The Update, scheduled for February 6 and 7, aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical application in the grains industry, fostering knowledge sharing and innovation adoption. GRDC Southern Panel Chair Andrew Russell emphasizes the importance of these Updates in facilitating discussions on the latest seasonal experiences, management successes and challenges, and emerging agricultural issues.

  • GRDC infrastructure investments to build research capacity across southern Australia
    GRDC infrastructure investments to build research capacity across southern Australia
    Region: South, 2023-12-18T10:00:00+11:00

    The grants are part of a $20 million investment program to build Australia’s long-term grains research capacity and support the enduring profitability of the nation’s grain growers. GRDC Board chair and grain grower John Woods says that the program reflected GRDC’s priority of putting growers’ money towards investments that will make a genuine difference.

  • Weeds challenge sparks search for non-herbicide tools
    Weeds challenge sparks search for non-herbicide tools
    Region: South, 2023-12-15T09:00:00+11:00

    GRDC Nuffield Scholar Mitch Henderson has explored new technologies that one day may take the pressure off herbicides

  • Crop protection forum to explore frontiers of pesticide resistance
    Crop protection forum to explore frontiers of pesticide resistance
    Region: South, 2023-11-27T10:00:00+11:00

    The 2023 Adelaide Crop Protection Forum, co-organized by AHRI, CCDM, and Cesar Australia with GRDC support, focuses on innovative genomic solutions to tackle increasing pesticide resistance in agriculture. Featuring experts like Dr. Todd Gaines, the event will discuss the latest in herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide resistance research and management strategies. Key topics include resistance evolution, trends, and practical countermeasures, highlighting GRDC-funded projects. The forum aims to equip industry professionals with advanced knowledge and tools for effective resistance management in crops.

  • SA growers pick crop contenders with 2024 guide
    SA growers pick crop contenders with 2024 guide
    Region: South, 2023-11-09T10:15:00+11:00

    The 2024 South Australian Crop Sowing Guide to help South Australian grain growers determine the best crop variety for their situation has been published.

  • Less haste, more speed for lentil desiccation timing
    Less haste, more speed for lentil desiccation timing
    Region: South, 2023-11-03T09:00:00+11:00

    Wet years and late rain in recent years might have tempted some lentil growers to desiccate their crops a little early in an effort to bring on harvest. But patience is the key, according to long-time lentil growers, with recent research into desiccation strategies backing up their experience. There is little to be gained from spraying the crop too early.

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