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  • Project to optimise nutrition for WA pulse crops
    Project to optimise nutrition for WA pulse crops
    Region: West, 2024-03-18T11:00:00+11:00

    Western Australian grain growers are set to benefit from new fertiliser guidelines aimed at optimizing the growth of newly adapted pulse crops, including chickpeas, field peas, lentils, faba beans, vetch, and lupins. This three-year research project, a collaboration between the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and Living Farm, seeks to enhance growers' profitability by providing tailored nutrition recommendations for phosphorus, potassium, and sulphur. Living Farm's agronomy and operations manager, Kathryn Fleay, emphasized that the project would generate crucial updated information on the nutrient requirements of a variety of grain legumes, aiding growers and advisors in making informed decisions. Through a combination of glasshouse experiments, field trials, and paddock-scale trials utilizing new technologies, the project aims to develop and validate fertiliser response curves specific to Western Australia's agricultural conditions.

  • Lupins to be fortified for disease resistance
    Lupins to be fortified for disease resistance
    Region: West, 2024-03-18T09:00:00+11:00

    Renewed vigour is being applied to narrow-leafed lupin development with a major cross institutional project upping the ante for disease resistance. Four high priority diseases will be the focus of the investment with the aim of investigating new means of increasing the speed and accuracy of screening, identifying new genes and developing new molecular genetic tools for breeders.

  • WA grains extension and innovation recognised with GRDC awards
    WA grains extension and innovation recognised with GRDC awards
    Region: West, 2024-02-26T15:00:00+11:00

    The GRDC Grains Research Update in Perth has recognized two outstanding contributors to the Western Australian grains industry, awarding Professor Ross Kingwell the GRDC Seed of Light award and Robert Harrison the GRDC Emerging Leader award. Professor Kingwell, a leading agricultural economist with the Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre (AEGIC), University of Western Australia, and DPIRD, has been celebrated for his adept ability to communicate complex economic concepts in a relatable manner to grain growers. His extensive work in agricultural economics has significantly impacted Western Australia's grains industry, making him the first in his field to receive this prestigious award.

  • Seeking: Outstanding GRDC grains leader in WA
    Seeking: Outstanding GRDC grains leader in WA
    Region: West, 2024-02-19T13:00:00+11:00

    The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is on the lookout for a dynamic and dedicated leader from the Western Australian grains sector to chair its Western Regional Panel. This crucial role is at the forefront of connecting GRDC with the grains industry, significantly influencing research, development, and extension (RD&E) strategies to meet the specific needs of growers and the broader industry. With an investment of over $200 million in RD&E for the current financial year, GRDC emphasizes the need for a chair who is not only a passionate advocate for the grains industry but also possesses the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders to guide RD&E initiatives. The role demands a broadminded and inquisitive individual committed to advancing the grains industry through strategic investments. The new chair will succeed Darrin Lee, who has served since 2018, starting from September 1, 2024, for an initial term of two years.

  • Grower panels a drawcard at regional Grains Research Updates
    Grower panels a drawcard at regional Grains Research Updates
    Region: West, 2024-02-09T16:10:00+11:00

    The western regional series follows the two-day Grains Research Update to be held in Perth on 26 and 27 February.

  • Grains careers in focus at GRDC Updates panel
    Grains careers in focus at GRDC Updates panel
    Region: West, 2024-02-05T16:16:09+11:00

    The upcoming Grains Research Update in Perth, hosted by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) on February 26 and 27, will shine a light on career opportunities within the Western Australian grains industry, specifically targeting tertiary agricultural students. This premier event, set at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, introduces a novel session for 2024 focusing on industry careers, featuring speakers such as the Hon. Jackie Jarvis, MLC Minister for Agriculture and Food, and GRDC Managing Director Nigel Hart. This initiative, supported by the Mt Burdett Foundation, will sponsor up to 100 students to attend the event free of charge, fostering engagement with industry leaders and highlighting pathways to success in the sector.

  • HALO project shines light on Broomehill nitrogen needs
    HALO project shines light on Broomehill nitrogen needs
    Region: West, 2024-01-30T09:00:00+11:00

    New pasture legume options for grain growers are being trialled in regions of need through HALO – the Harvestable Annual Legume Options project – under the mantle of WA Agricultural Research Collaboration. Growers in the Broomehill region are one of the first to benefit from sites evaluating newly developed species with improved adaptation.

  • Grains projects get off the ground for research collaboration
    Grains projects get off the ground for research collaboration
    Region: West, 2024-01-29T09:00:00+11:00

    Two new GRDC-invested projects, exploring lupin disease resistance and annual legume options, will deliver additional rotation options for WA growers contributing to the profitability of farming systems. They are part of the WA Agricultural Research Collaboration, which brings together seven research and extension partners within WA.

  • Enquiring attitude opens opportunities
    Enquiring attitude opens opportunities
    Region: West, 2024-01-26T09:00:00+11:00

    Have-a-go attitude is surprising Chloe Rout in the avenues and opportunities it can open for her as a young research agronomist.

  • Stellar speaker line-up for Perth Grains Research Update
    Stellar speaker line-up for Perth Grains Research Update
    Region: West, 2024-01-25T17:00:00+11:00

    Western Australia's 2024 premier grains event, headlined by the critical issue of global grain market security, is set to feature a notable keynote address by Dennis Richardson, former director general of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) and Australian ambassador to the United States. The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is hosting this annual Grains Research Update on February 26 and 27 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. GRDC Chair John Woods will inaugurate the event, which will showcase cutting-edge grains research, development, technology, and management practices. Adding to the event's impressive line-up is Simon Kuestenmacher, a renowned demographer and data expert, who will discuss the impact of Australia’s changing demographics on grain demand. Kuestenmacher is a respected media commentator and influencer in the field of data, with a significant monthly social media reach. Another highlight of the event is the presentation by Ponsi Trivisvavet, CEO and Director at Inari, focusing on new technology for accelerating plant breeding. This event is poised to provide valuable insights and discussions on the future of the grains industry, addressing both market security and technological advancements.

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