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Plant Breeding, 10 Nov 2021Genetic work aims to redirect stress pathway to plant growth
A greater understanding of the genes involved in chickpeas’ stress response could lead to enhanced plant growth
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Plant Breeding, 03 Sep 2021Machine learning powers-up heat tolerance gains
More powerful techniques are being deployed in a pre-breeding project to engineer a second wave of genetic gain in the heat tolerance of wheat varieties
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Plant Breeding, 19 Aug 2021Can machine learning solve complex grain production challenges?
GRDC’s investment in exploring potential applications for machine learning technology to help solve complex plant breeding and production challenges has produced some early successes
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Plant Breeding, 01 Jul 2021Barley breeding lines gain crown rot resistance
Three different sources of resistance to crown rot have been combined in barley elite lines destined for each grain growing region, with a fourth in the works and more resistance gene discovery work underway
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Plant Breeding, 02 Jun 2021Reduced lodging risks in high-yielding wheats on the horizon
A root trait has been identified that can help northern wheat varieties reduce lodging risks by providing improved soil anchorage
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Plant Breeding, 09 May 2021Genetic secrets of leading wheat varieties revealed
With genetic diversity the grist of genetic gain in crop performance, an international consortium has provided breeders with the ultimate framework for improving wheat cultivars
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Plant Breeding, 02 Apr 2021Drought-tolerant wheat genetics imminent
Novel genetics have been identified that help wheat maintain grain number and grain size under terminal drought conditions
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Plant Breeding, 26 Feb 2021SNB resistance a case study in genetic fluidity
Advanced analysis is helping to deploy newly discovered disease resistance genes against Septoria nodorum blotch (SNB) to achieve beneficial levels of protection under paddock conditions
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Plant Breeding, 22 Feb 2021Sensing advances to lift crop trials to a new level
Summary: Australia has joined with the European Union to facilitate the application of remote sensing, imaging and data processing technologies to the benefit of Australia’s grain industries
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Plant Breeding, 27 Jan 2021Bridge to wild relatives may break barley’s yield ceiling
A step change in barley’s yield potential in both favourable and drought-affected seasons is being masterminded by South Australian researchers through an ingenious use of genetic diversity sourced from barley’s wild relatives
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GRDC News
GRDC News
GRDC launches industry-driven research consortium to capitalise on growing global oat market
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has launched the Oat Grain Quality Consortium (OGQC),...
Call for AgTech solutions: Apply to innovate!
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has teamed up with Cicada Innovations to kick...
WA grains extension and innovation recognised with GRDC awards
The GRDC Grains Research Update in Perth has recognized two outstanding contributors to the Western...
Communications expert and agronomist each win grains industry awards
Australian agricultural communicator Belinda Cay and agronomist Jana Dixon were celebrated with prestigious awards from...
Workshops to prepare for winter planting
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), in collaboration with AMPS Research, is hosting a...
SA grain growers to shape research investment
South Australian grain growers, particularly those in the Eyre Peninsula, are being called upon to...
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Agronomy
Agronomy
Latest variety information on-hand for growers through NVT Harvest Reports
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has released its National Variety Trials (NVT) Harvest...
2024 Grain Sowing Guide for Queenslanders
Queensland grain growers have an opportunity to fine-tune varietal selection ahead of next year’s planting...
Liming and spading trial shows value of strategic tillage
Given the slow rate at which surface-applied lime moves into untilled soil, strategic tillage has...
Soil survey aims to help growers make informed decisions
The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry wants to target its investment to help...
Technology offers real-time support during frost events
Alerts and step-by-step decision support are now available to help manage frost damage in real...
Soil amelioration methods tested in frost mitigation trial
Trials on the Eyre Peninsula are finding that soil amelioration may have a role to...
How well is fallow working to build profit across your farming system?
Waiting until there is a threshold of soil water before sowing is critical for maximising...
New guide on water use for dryland cropping
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has introduced 'Water Smart Farming', a comprehensive manual...
World-first solution to combat spray drift saves growers time, money
The Weather and Networked Data (WAND) system, a pioneering Australian-developed weather data technology, has been...
Waving a WAND to boost spraying certainty
The Weather and Networked Data (WAND) system allows growers to plan their spraying operations with...
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Grower stories
Grower stories
Weed control a key focus as new season gets underway
Each year, GroundCover™ follows a group of growers from across Australia as they manage the...
Season-ending rain complicates harvest across the country
Each year, GroundCover™ follows a group of growers from across Australia as they manage the...
On-farm storage essential for timely harvest
New storage complexes and nutrient management plans reflect how both farming innovation and wider industry...
Contractors put weather damage worries on the back foot
Jarrod Amery outlines the challenges and opportunities facing his farm business south of Forbes in...
‘Legume leader’ set to share 40 years of lupin experience
The concept of crop champions is an extension and development tool that has delivered over...
Writing the rule book for canola establishment
Establishment is key when it comes to setting canola up to yield to its potential....
Strong yields open new chapters in cereal story
In his first year in the GRDC Hyper Yielding Crops program, sixth-generation Tasmanian beef producer...
Engagement in trials creates a cereal contender
Encouraged by a record-breaking wheat yield achieved as part of the 2022 GRDC Hyper Yielding...
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Weeds, pests and diseases
Weeds, pests and diseases
Lessons for navigating resistance storms
The annual Crop Protection Forum, convened by the Australian Herbicide Research Initiative, is a key...
High mouse activity reported in several regions Vigilance advised
The Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) and CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, are urging...
Managing canola pests using beneficial insects, spiders and mites
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is spearheading two innovative research projects, led by...
Barley grass stripe rust variants characterised by increased virulence
BGYR (barley grass stripe [yellow] rust), was first detected in Australia in 1998, predominantly affecting...
Preserving our fungicides
Successful stewardship is the key to prolonging the longevity of fungicides and requires collaboration, engagement...
Prevention the key to biosecurity when sowing
To minimise the risk of plant pathogens and pests spreading through the transportation of seed,...
Honey bee surveillance plays vital role in grains industry
The National Bee Pest Surveillance Program is an early warning system that uses a range...
Grains industry scores A-plus for chemical residue compliance
Australia’s grains industry has a 99.2 per cent compliance rate with national maximum residue limits...
EU changes residue limit for haloxyfop on canola
The EU has announced it intends to reduce the MRL for haloxyfop on canola from...
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Crops
Crops
Australia’s wheat productivity ranks highest globally
A benchmarking study has found Australia has experienced the highest growth in wheat productivity globally...
Study reveals essential ingredients for hyper-yielding wheat
GRDC’s Hyper Yielding Crops research has confirmed the varieties, nutrition and fungicide treatments required for...
On-farm trials key to growing mungbean production
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has initiated a $3.6 million project aimed at...
Project to optimise nutrition for WA pulse crops
Western Australian grain growers are set to benefit from new fertiliser guidelines aimed at optimizing...
Understanding canola establishment to optimise yields
Establishment of any crop is foundational to its performance and, ultimately, its yield. A major...
Enquiring attitude opens opportunities
Have-a-go attitude is surprising Chloe Rout in the avenues and opportunities it can open for...
Expanded market options for better sorghum
A sorghum breeding program to improve grain quality alongside a project to explore end-uses for...
Research makes strong case for early sown sorghum in the north
Dryland cropping research could see some growers continue to push the boundaries of the traditional...
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Innovation
Innovation
New SPAA manual brings grower insight to precision ag
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and the Society of Precision Agriculture Australia (SPAA)...
Flying fungicide? Drones could rescue bogged paddocks
Without a spray, Paul McGorman’s faba beans did not stand a chance in a very...
Researchers gain access to genetic resources to speed up oat, lupin breeding
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has announced a strategic partnership with Traitomic, a...
Maximising yield – by the numbers
At a recent GRDC Hyper Yielding Crops field day, crop ecologist Professor Victor Sadras spoke...
Paddock drainage trials show promising results
GRDC investments, South Coast NRM and Stirlings to Coast Farmers are exploring the potential return...
Learning important lessons from 2022’s Big Wet
Many growers were unprepared for the onslaught of 2022, which was one of the wettest...
Health benefits one reason to love legumes
Most Australians are falling short of the recommended 50 grams of legumes in their diet...
Helping noodle wheat meet Japanese expectations
The Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre is Australia’s market-facing agency for the Japanese noodle market,...
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Farm business
Farm business
Help never far away in the wide-ranging agronomy network
Maintaining a healthy balance between professional and personal lives is essential for career longevity and...
IPM Checklist: a step-by-step guide for a sustainable grains industry
New GRDC IPM Checklist: Step-by-Step Sustainable Pest Management Guide for Australian Grain Industry, Aligning with...
Selecting grain protectants this harvest
GRDC's latest cereal protectants offer enhanced pest management. Key for growers: rotating Spinosad, Deltamethrin, Fenitrothion,...
Measure harvest losses to save time and make money
At the culmination of every cropping season, time is of the essence to bring crops...
Opt for gas-tight storage to safeguard your grain
Thanks to GRDC’s investment in the 1800 WEEVIL hotline, growers have a national team of...
Stored grain expert calls time on much-admired career
After a quarter of a century in stored grain research and extension, Philip Burrill is...