Biosecurity

Biosecurity, 21 Nov 2020

Crop disease surveillance continues despite COVID-19

Large numbers of Queensland crops were surveyed and diseases processed in 2019-20, despite travel restrictions caused by the global pandemic. The 2019-20 survey included wheat, barley, mungbeans, sorghum, soybeans and peanuts and identified the presence and distribution of several important established diseases.

Biosecurity, 20 Nov 2020

Confirmation bias plays a role in farm biosecurity

Growers should be aware of how confirmation bias could be associated with their selection of brands, breeds and farming practices such as biosecurity. This means they should be cautious about overlooking unseen risks when it comes to pests and diseases.

Biosecurity, 26 Aug 2020

PBRI participates in a global collaboration for plant health

Plant pests and diseases cause up to 40 per cent of food crop losses every year. International research collaboration through initiatives such as the Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative is key to fighting pests and diseases.

Biosecurity, 19 Aug 2020

Long investigation lifts the lid on illegal interstate trade of lupin

The extended drought in the eastern states of Australia resulted in shortages of quality stock feed in many regional areas, particularly entering the summer of 2018 and early 2019. Graziers and grain merchants in NSW were often prepared to go to great lengths in an attempt to source high-protein feed to meet the short fall, including importing lupin grain from interstate.

Biosecurity, 15 Aug 2020

Nationwide survey provides insights on grain growers’ biosecurity attitudes

More Australian producers than ever before have implemented biosecurity practices to protect their properties from diseases, pests and weeds.

Biosecurity, 01 Aug 2020

FAW’s genetics and insecticide sensitivities explored to develop pest management plans

In other parts of the world fall armyworm has developed resistance to commonly used insecticides, making management more difficult. In a GRDC-invested, CSIRO-led project, researchers aim to better understand this pest’s genetic make-up and insecticide sensitivities to develop effective pest management plans.

Researchers work to better understand FAW and identify RD&E further priorities

Biosecurity, 31 Jul 2020

GRDC launches industry-driven research consortium to capitalise on growing global oat market

Call for AgTech solutions: Apply to innovate!

WA grains extension and innovation recognised with GRDC awards

Communications expert and agronomist each win grains industry awards

Workshops to prepare for winter planting

SA grain growers to shape research investment

Latest variety information on-hand for growers through NVT Harvest Reports

2024 Grain Sowing Guide for Queenslanders

Liming and spading trial shows value of strategic tillage

Soil survey aims to help growers make informed decisions

Technology offers real-time support during frost events

Soil amelioration methods tested in frost mitigation trial

How well is fallow working to build profit across your farming system?

New guide on water use for dryland cropping

World-first solution to combat spray drift saves growers time, money

Waving a WAND to boost spraying certainty

Weed control a key focus as new season gets underway

Season-ending rain complicates harvest across the country

On-farm storage essential for timely harvest

Contractors put weather damage worries on the back foot

‘Legume leader’ set to share 40 years of lupin experience

Writing the rule book for canola establishment

Strong yields open new chapters in cereal story

Engagement in trials creates a cereal contender

Why GRDC invested in the Herbicide Innovation Partnership in 2015

Lessons for navigating resistance storms

High mouse activity reported in several regions vigilance advised

Managing canola pests using beneficial insects, spiders and mites

Barley grass stripe rust variants characterised by increased virulence

Preserving our fungicides

Prevention the key to biosecurity when sowing

Honey bee surveillance plays vital role in grains industry

Grains industry scores A-plus for chemical residue compliance

EU changes residue limit for haloxyfop on canola

Australia’s wheat productivity ranks highest globally

Study reveals essential ingredients for hyper-yielding wheat

On-farm trials key to growing mungbean production

Project to optimise nutrition for WA pulse crops

Understanding canola establishment to optimise yields

Enquiring attitude opens opportunities

Expanded market options for better sorghum

Research makes strong case for early sown sorghum in the north

New SPAA manual brings grower insight to precision ag

Flying fungicide? Drones could rescue bogged paddocks

Researchers gain access to genetic resources to speed up oat, lupin breeding

Re-imagining heat tolerance traits in wheat

Ecosystem services present opportunities and risks

Paddock drainage trials show promising results

Health benefits one reason to love legumes

Helping noodle wheat meet Japanese expectations

Help never far away in the wide-ranging agronomy network

IPM Checklist: a step-by-step guide for a sustainable grains industry

Selecting grain protectants this harvest

Measure harvest losses to save time and make money

Opt for gas-tight storage to safeguard your grain

Stored grain expert calls time on much-admired career

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