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Cultivating tomorrow’s leaders
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GRDC investment is helping to shape a new generation of agronomists, growers and agricultural innovators...
‘Bolt-on’ autonomy the new shift in machinery...
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The switch in focus from autonomous machines to autonomous solutions is becoming increasingly evident and...
Global recognition for grains scientist
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Renowned Australian scientist and longstanding GRDC contributor Adjunct Professor Jairo Palta has been honoured as...
Grains Research Updates return with latest farm-ready...
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Growers, researchers and agronomists will gather to collaborate and get the latest updates on recent...
NVT: a test for pathogen resistance
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GRDC invests in plant pathologists and pre-breeders who use the National Variety Trials to screen...
On-farm advocacy prompts national project
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Trials testing long coleoptile wheat have had an unexpected benefit, showing that deep sowing can...
App helps mungbean growers manage powdery mildew
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The PowderyMildewMBM app has been helping mungbean growers across Queensland and New South Wales better...
What is the NGN?
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GRDC’s National Grower Network (NGN) is an open community of growers and grains industry stakeholders...
Soil Acidity Workshop shares learnings, strategies and...
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GRDC will host a national meeting in Adelaide on 19 February 2025 for grain industry...
Multidisciplinary team tackles lime-loving snails
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Snails are a persistent pest for grain growers in Western Australia's Albany and Esperance Port...
Machine automation and markets to headline Perth...
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Western Australia’s biggest grains event is set to be held at Crown Perth on February...
Decision-support tools can avoid costly under-fertilising
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Concerns about environmental impacts, cost and crop performance may be leading southern grain growers to...
Impact of NVT extends beyond variety selection
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The National Variety Trials (NVT) system adds value to the agricultural research pipeline in ways...
The quest for sorghum that will not...
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Improved lodging resistance in sorghum is crucial for increasing crop yield potential. The Grains Research...
Feathertop Rhodes grass marches south
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Southern grain growers are advised to adopt a zero-tolerance strategy against feathertop Rhodes grass. Previously...
Grains steps up preparations for GHG monitoring
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With the grains industry, like agriculture more broadly, facing increasing pressure to know its carbon...
Western grower input sought at GRDC summer...
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Western Australian grain growers are invited to share their on-farm challenges with GRDC National Grower...
PA and wi-fi tractors leave little to...
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After a few people in the Grenfell district started using the firm Precision Ag to...
Variety trials empowered as a national program
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Former National Variety Trials (NVT) manager Alan Bedggood is proud to have helped set up...
GRDC wants to hear from SA's Mid...
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GRDC National Grower Network (NGN) forums will be held at Burra, Freeling and Owen. Local...
Precision tillage puts lime where needed
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Accurate deep tillage, lime incorporation and trace elements have added resilience to a NSW family...
Partnership puts a measure on GHG emissions
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A whole-of-supply-chain partnership is giving growers the know-how to reduce on-farm greenhouse gas emissions and...
NVT – independent and data rich
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Prominent plant breeder and former GRDC managing director Dr Steve Jefferies reflects on the value...
Farm business workshops to visit Mullewa, Bruce...
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The GRDC Farm Business Updates support growers to adopt innovative practices for high performance.
Confidence in comparisons expands beyond yield data
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More than two decades of trials have provided the tools needed to compare commercial varieties...
Celebrating 20 years of GRDC’s National Variety...
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Established by GRDC in 2005, NVT has evolved into the largest coordinated variety trial network...
Chasing the secrets to Kiwis’ high grain...
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New Zealand growers are achieving up to double the cereal yields as some Australian growers...
Slugs ‘weighed in’ to optimise management
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GRDC research investment into black keeled slugs and grey field slugs will create a new...
Growers the guiding hands to NVT success
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The work of service providers is audited each year to ensure the NVT program sustains...
Update to re-energise South Australian producers for...
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Registrations are now open for this premiere industry forum, which will be held as a...
Experienced insider motivated by data sharing
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A background in farming and an agricultural science degree have equipped Neale Sutton for a...
NVT – performance test-driving our future
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Since its inception in 2005, the National Variety Trials (NVT) program has guided grain growers...
That’s a wrap!
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This is the final GroundCover article for 2024 and inside we offer a sneak peek...
The next generation is different
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GRDC investment is supporting students who are being trained for careers across the grains industry...
Managed challenges helps season 2024 to a...
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Grain growers from across Australia report on how the season is progressing as they gear...
Invasive pest study points to improved biosecurity...
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A detailed genomic analysis of fall armyworm (FAW) has shattered assumptions about how economically important...
Avoid complacency with FAW resistance
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FAW, a serious pest of cereals and pulses, was discovered in Australia in February 2020...
‘Moonshot’ investment tracks soil amelioration over time...
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Groundbreaking research in soil profile re-engineering, supported by GRDC and WA DPIRD, aims to tackle...
Four-step guide to optimal spray application
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WeedSmart Week 2024 on the Eyre Peninsula highlighted four key steps in best-practice herbicide use...
Human endeavour versus soil constraints
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Australian grain growers have a long history of innovation, adapting to challenging, changing climates with...
Lessons aplenty in levelling
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The benefits of levelling melon holes were discussed when the Yarrie Lake Landcare Group travelled...
The pest control balancing act
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A comprehensive step-by-step guide to sustainable pest management throughout the crop growing season is now...
“Biggest event in WA grains industry” set...
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Next year’s event will be held on Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 February and will...
Continuous cropping raises the bar for smart...
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Lower Eyre Peninsula grain grower Jordan Wilksch uses the WeedSmart Big 6 practical strategies, such...
Faba bean data reduces canola area
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Long-term farming systems trial results and the outcomes of a benchmarking study have given Paul...
GRDC National Grower Network forums back in...
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Forums will take place in Emu Point, Dunsborough and Cervantes on January 13, 14 and...
Precision seeding lays the foundation for weed...
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Lower Eyre Peninsula grain grower Jordan Wilksch told WeedSmart Week Machinery Expo attendees how he...
New research shows wheat falling number may...
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The research explored the possibility of falling number test results improving due to grain being...
Chaff or no chaff, insect risk remains...
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Chaff lines generated by harvest weed seed control programs do not increase the risk of...
Five-year investment delivers enhanced biosecurity capability
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A comprehensive step-by-step guide to sustainable pest management throughout the crop growing season is now...
Weeds event shopfronts the latest in control...
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WeedSmart Week 2024 on the Eyre Peninsula highlighted the Big 6, spray efficacy, weed seed...
Farm biosecurity needs vigilance
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Taking steps to understand, prevent, and deal with pests, weeds and diseases is crucial for...
Trust is key to ‘social licence’ for...
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The work builds on data collected as part of a three-year program, which identified challenges...
Australian barley mission to China builds on...
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Technical seminars on Australian barley led to some of the most engaged audiences the Australian...
First GM food crop listed
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A canola variety modified to tolerate the herbicide glyphosate has been placed on the Office...
Early detections point to challenging year for...
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Australian wheat producers face significant challenges from stripe rust every season. Detections of stripe rust...
Getting deep and meaningful with canola and...
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CSIRO research supported by GRDC is looking at deep sowing canola and long coleoptile wheat...
Do not let this stink bug hitch...
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Not present in Australia, the Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), (Halyomorpha halys), poses a significant...
Gains in barley heat tolerance prove possible
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Heat stress can mean barley crops are downgraded from malting to feed quality. This impacts...
Canola heat tolerance genetics discovered
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Novel heat tolerance and heat stress recovery traits have been discovered in a coordinated and...
A new framework for chickpea heat tolerance
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Chickpea is Australia’s most significant pulse crop but faces considerable challenges for future expansion. High...
Yield advantages with new chickpea heat tolerance...
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High temperatures during chickpea’s critical flowering and pod-fill period reduce seed size and number. To...
Modelling to help manage temperature stress
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The ability to zone paddocks relative to susceptibility to heat and frost damage is under...
New ways to select for heat tolerance...
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Trait discovery work in wheat has identified new indicators for heat tolerance and efficient selection...
Grains and horticulture join forces to fight...
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GRDC is investing $10 million in the five-year-project alongside significant contributions from Hort Innovation, the...
Unravelling the biochemistry of heat response
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A project was launched in 2023 to subject heat-responsive biochemical pathways in wheat to rigorous...
Photosynthesis the key to new heat-tolerant crops
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The ability to mass screen wheat for differences in photosynthesis efficiency at high temperatures is...
AI fast-tracking wheat heat tolerance gains
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Increasing temperatures and variable environments are challenging. Effective field-based strategies for assessing heat tolerance phenotypes...
Wet years a potential challenge for global...
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Wetter-than-normal conditions in recent years highlight a potential certification challenge with aerial spraying. Sustainable Grain...
Getting the most from aerial spraying
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Achieving the best crop management outcomes possible with aerial applications was discussed at a GRDC...
New app paints clear picture of pesticide...
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The Pesticide Resistance Integrated Mapping (PRIM) tool was developed through the Analytics for the Australian...
The future is here – automated drone...
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A new kind of drone operator licence called BVLOS – Beyond Visual Line of Sight...
$10M project to explore farming systems for...
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The $10 million, five-year project was announced today (November 9) by Agriculture and Food Minister...
Fostering high-impact innovation in heat tolerance
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GRDC has long maintained an extensive investment portfolio looking to improve the heat tolerance of...
Storage alleviates logistical choking points
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On-farm grain storage plays an increasingly important role in cropping and other grain-related businesses. Tristan...
New plan to boost grains biosecurity
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A national biosecurity plan has been launched at the Australian Grains Industry Conference in Melbourne...
From paddock to pint
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Rocky Ridge Brewery has partnered with Tolga Farm to create a closed-loop, sustainable brewing process....
Insect control and effective fumigation help guard...
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As pests such as weevils and other stored-product beetles become less susceptible to phosphine, there...
Key North and Far North Queensland grower...
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GRDC will head north for Burdekin and Atherton, bringing together leading researchers and grains industry...
Healthy-looking crops point to a promising harvest
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Growers across Australia report on how the season is shaping up in this fourth instalment...
Give grain storage a pre-harvest health check
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GRDC Grain Storage Extension team project lead Chris Warrick said the biggest challenge of storing...
RiskWi$e headed west to talk through results...
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The RiskWi$e team travelled to Western Australia in July, bringing together grower groups and researchers...
New strategies for tackling problem weeds
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Through its National Grower Network, GRDC is supporting trials investigating up-to-date control measures for marshmallow...
A clean approach to pest management
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Non-chemical methods for protecting stored grain include good hygiene to prevent and control insects. GRDC...
New pulse investments aim to boost genetic...
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GRDC is investing more than $17.9 million in five new pulse projects over the next...
Grain storage keeps harvest operations on a...
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Andy Tucker has 5500-tonnes of on-farm storage. It helps maximise returns at his Maroona farm....
Generational shift supports gene editing
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The increasing acceptance of gene editing for food crops is paving the way for broader...
Mungbeans back with a bang
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Central Queensland grain grower Mark Baker planted his biggest mungbean crop ever this year, a...
Pulse protein research to meet global demand
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GRDC is investing $8.8 million dollars on behalf of grain growers in an innovative $13.6...
Project to unlock know-how for mungbean success
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A new $3.6 million project aims to close the mungbean yield gap by providing growers...
New grains biosecurity officer for Queensland
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The Grains Farm Biosecurity Program (GFBP) has welcomed Adam Jalaludin as the new grains biosecurity...
Genetics boost for pulses
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GRDC is investing more than $17.9 million in five new pulse projects over the next...
Early support essential for ‘light bulb’ moments
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GRDC has invested $5 million in a second Australian Grains Innovation program to ensure a...
Australia’s number one weed creeps northwards
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Growers moving fodder and harvest machinery are encouraged to take extra care to avoid spreading...
Time to stop giving weeds a free...
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Growers moving fodder and harvest machinery are encouraged to take extra care to avoid spreading...
Are potassium needs being met?
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Growers in the West Midlands region of Western Australia have identified potassium deficiency as a...
Ten tips to reduce the risk of...
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Recent GRDC Harvester Set-up Workshops run across Australia’s grain growing regions have highlighted the importance...
Researcher on a machinery mission to re-engineer...
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Dr Gaus Azam’s groundbreaking research on soil re-engineering in Western Australia, supported by GRDC in...
Wet springs require proactive Sclerotinia management
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In wet spring conditions, western Victorian growers cannot be complacent about managing Sclerotinia in canola
Genetic mechanism unlocks a key secret behind...
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CCDM researchers have unravelled a key genetic mechanism behind the way pathogens infect crops, leading...
Update papers
- 1740402000000, Strategic use of zinc phosphide is critical for successful mouse control - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Barley head loss - grower's quest and breeder's challenge - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Cereal disease update 2025 - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Fungicide resistance in blackleg disease in canola - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Slug communities' response to environment and management across southern Australia - GRDC
- 1740402000000, An integrated approach to effectively manage pulse diseases a Victorian perspective - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Nutrition management for high rainfall crops at risk of waterlogging - GRDC
- 1740402000000, Nitrogen cycling inputs and losses - towards a deeper understanding - GRDC
- 1740315600000, Enhanced efficiency fertiliser - GRDC
- 1739278800000, Lime responses on acid, low rainfall, sandy soils of southwestern NSW - GRDC
- 1739278800000, Crop response to acid soil management - GRDC
- 1739278800000, Subsoil amelioration on clay soils in south-eastern Australia: where will it succeed? - GRDC
- 1739192400000, Wheat yield response to water nitrogen and temperature - GRDC
- 1739192400000, Incidence and impact of Sclerotinia stem rot of canola from double break strategies - GRDC
- 1739192400000, Predicting nitrogen cycling and losses in Australian cropping systems - GRDC
- 1739192400000, Farming systems can affect soil biology, soil pathogens and system resilience - GRDC
- 1739192400000, NSW fungicide resistance update - status of cereal pathogens - GRDC
- 1738760400000, Demonstrations of residual summer weed control for the Mid-north, South Australia - GRDC
- 1738760400000, Dry sowing in the Mid-north - lessons from the dry 2024 season - GRDC
- 1738760400000, Nutrition opportunities from the 2024 season moving into 2025 - strategies for consideration - GRDC
- 1738674000000, The effect of environmental factors on nozzle selection - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Crop Flowering Calculator - an online tool to assist sowing date decisions for wheat, barley and canola - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Strategies to mitigate and manage herbicide resistance for key herbicides and herbicide challenges when dry sowing - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Looking after your mental health and supporting others: how full is your silo - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Exploring new and alternative lime sources for managing soil acidity in South Australia - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Unlocking the value of strip and disc systems - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Tactics for minimising frost damage in South Australia - an Eyre Peninsula example - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Nitrogen fertiliser decisions - the good, the right and the risky - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Soil and plant tissue testing for diagnosing herbicide carryover risk - an update - GRDC
- 1738674000000, Predicting nitrogen cycling and losses in Australian cropping systems - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Re-purposing failed antibiotics in the pursuit of novel herbicides - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Identifying molecular mechanisms of chickpea growth and tolerance during drought - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Community trust in food systems - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Pulse physiology, phenology, and productivity - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Nitrogen management in the world of AI - lessons from the Future Farm project - GRDC
- 1738587600000, An integrated approach to effectively manage pulse diseases a South Australian perspective - GRDC
- 1738587600000, The untapped value of yield maps for managing frost affected areas - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Is Artificial Intelligence helping grow more grain? A perspective on AI applied to agriculture - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Soil texture drives deep sowing success in the driest autumn on record - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Assessing the impact and effective testing of root disease - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Optimising deep ripping operation to convert the worst soils into the best in sandy landscapes - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Valuing soil and plant testing for agronomic decisions - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Achieving water-limited yield frontiers more profitably - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Constraint mapping and nowcasting of plant available water (PAW) - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Integrating spatial data and long-term strategies for improved phosphorus fertiliser management - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Subsurface phosphorus placement does not improve crop performance compared with shallow placement in south-eastern Australia - GRDC
- 1738587600000, Opportunities for improving soil carbon and nitrogen stocks in low and medium rainfall cropping systems - GRDC
- 1732626000000, Managing weeds in cotton and grain systems, optimising residuals for efficacy and minimising crop impact - GRDC
- 1732626000000, Identifying strategies to address rainfall infiltration and soil constraints in FNQ soils - GRDC
- 1732539600000, Considerations for mungbean production in the Burdekin environment – radiation, temperature, sowing date and irrigation management - GRDC
- 1732539600000, Why grain legume rotations work in sugar-based farming systems - GRDC
- 1732539600000, Nitrogen strategies and managing losses in the wet and dry tropics - GRDC
- 1724248800000, New technologies for regional surveillance of airborne diseases - GRDC
- 1724248800000, Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus management - GRDC
- 1724248800000, Agronomic practices for hyper yielding wheat - GRDC
- 1724248800000, Cereal disease update 2024 - GRDC
- 1724248800000, How can nitrification inhibitors increase the effectiveness of nitrogen application and what other strategies are available - GRDC
- 1723644000000, Sclerotinia impacts on chickpea yield and the role of Predicta B to differentiate between species and inoculum load of sclerotinia - GRDC
- 1723644000000, Cereal disease update for 2024: where do we sit in central NSW? - GRDC
- 1723557600000, Managing heavy stubble loads without compromising the “big things” - weeds, disease, pests, timeliness and profit! A decade of stubble management & farming systems experiments. - GRDC
- 1723557600000, Nitrogen balance of pulse species in central and southern NSW - GRDC
- 1723471200000, N Bank, N Budget, N Balance – which is right for me? - GRDC
- 1723471200000, Crop response to acid soil management - GRDC
- 1723471200000, Management strategies for foliar disease in cereals - GRDC
- 1723471200000, Farming system profitability over time – exploring the impact of nitrogen strategy on profit in different farming systems - GRDC
- 1723471200000, Agronomic practices for hyper yielding crop (HYC) years and environments - GRDC
- 1723471200000, Fusarium crown rot in central and southern cropping systems: it’s all a numbers game - GRDC
- 1722952800000, Opportunities to improve the productivity and reliability of pulse crops grown on sandy soils in the SA Mallee - GRDC
- 1722952800000, Innovative strategies for narrowleaf weed management - GRDC
- 1722434400000, Annual ryegrass – managing and stopping seed set in northern cropping systems - GRDC
- 1722434400000, Group 14 herbicides and their role in farming systems on the Darling Downs How they work, what affects performance and where do they fit? - GRDC
- 1722434400000, Farming system performance over the short and long term impacts on profitability and sustainability indicators on the eastern Darling Downs Qld - GRDC
- 1722434400000, Greenhouse gas footprint of different farming systems in the northern grains region - GRDC
- 1722434400000, Ameliorating soil constraints with deep ripping, gypsum, and soil organic matter – Queensland - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Rutherglen bug (Nysius vinitor): risk forecasting and management. Climate, weedy pasture, and canola as factors that impact risk in summer grain crops (e.g. sorghum) - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Double and triple knock strategies for managing ryegrass - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Designing crops bottom up: matching rooting systems to sites and seasonal conditions - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Best practice liming demonstration to address subsoil acidity in northeast Victoria - GRDC
- 1722348000000, The ethics of cybersecurity, data use and AI in agriculture - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Incidence of decreased sensitivity to fungicides in barley net blotch in Queensland - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Strategies to limit slug threats other than baits - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Mitigating mungbean risk – time of sowing, soil water and management options - GRDC
- 1722348000000, Impact of root-lesion nematodes on wheat and mungbean yields and how to interpret tolerance and resistance ratings - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Taking the first steps to automated agronomy - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Telco connectivity for broadacre agriculture on the move - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Using precision ag to understand constraints to crop production - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Applications of three-dimensional measurement of soil water properties using Electromagnetic Induction - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Pigeonpea: a new dryland summer pulse for northern region farming systems - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Improving grain grower business resilience before, during and post drought – ARM Online tools to assist on-farm decision making - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Management of mungbean powdery mildew - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Desiccating mungbeans can we do better - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Soil health stocktake Queensland - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Keeping the insects out of pigeonpea – key pests and strategies - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Managing weeds in cotton and grain systems, red flags for residuals, crop impacts, efficacy and using glufosinate for double-knocking - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Effect of soil water on flowering and pod set in chickpea implications for modelling and managing frost and heat stress. - GRDC
- 1722261600000, The impact of long-term cropping on the storage and composition of soil organic carbon in Queensland Vertosols - GRDC
- 1722261600000, RiskWise N management systems – exploring N banking in the northern region - GRDC
- 1722261600000, Grain Sorghum modelling developing new production areas in northwest NSW - GRDC
- 1722261600000, How reliable are plant growth regulators (PGRs) in dryland barley - GRDC
- 1721829600000, Flaxleaf fleabane and Feathertop Rhodes grass management - GRDC
Upcoming updates and events
GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop – Bolgart
The workshop will deliver to attendees, practical, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of...
GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop – Mingenew
The workshop will deliver to attendees, practical, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of...
GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop – Dandaragan
The workshop will deliver to attendees, practical, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of...
GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop – Carnamah
The workshop will deliver to attendees, practical, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of...
GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop – Yuna
The workshop will deliver to attendees, practical, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of...
GRDC Grains Research Update – Spring Ridge
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Spring Ridge GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Moree
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Moree GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Dimboola
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Westmar
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Westmar GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Keith
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Dalby
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Dalby GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update, Cleve
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Wellington
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Wellington GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Coonamble
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Coonamble GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update, Wudinna
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
WeedSmart Week - Geraldton
Leading growers and agronomists provide insight into their successes and failures with controlling weed numbers and herbicide resistance in the cropping system.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Tottenham
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Tottenham GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Farm Business Update - Parkes
Discuss the latest farm business information to improve profit, with leading agribusiness professionals and growers at the Griffith GRDC Farm Research Update.
GRDC Grains Research Update, Manangatang
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
AFREN - managing foliar diseases and fungicide resistance workshop - Perth
Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you...
GRDC Grains Research Update, Loxton
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
GRDC Farm Business Update – Wagga Wagga
Discuss the latest farm business information to improve profit, with leading agribusiness professionals and growers at the Griffith GRDC Farm Research Update.
GRDC Farm Business Update - Griffith
Discuss the latest farm business information to improve profit, with leading agribusiness professionals and growers at the Griffith GRDC Farm Research Update.
AFREN - managing foliar diseases and fungicide resistance workshop - Geraldton
Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you...
Australian Summer Grains Conference 2025
ASGC is a joint venture with Sorghum, Maize, Mungbean, Soy and Sunflower association, featuring renowned scientists, marketers, growers and industry.
GRDC Grains Research Update, Campbell Town
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
Launch of mungbean varieties Brolga and Kookaburra – Warwick
Join The Queensland Department of Primary Industries and the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) at the mungbean trial site at Warwick to launch and...
AFREN - managing foliar diseases and fungicide resistance workshop - Moree
Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you...
GRDC Herbicide behaviour workshop - Merredin
A 1.5-day GRDC supported workshop for agronomists on the science underpinning how herbicides work and its application to field practice.
AFREN - managing foliar diseases and fungicide resistance workshop - Toowoomba
Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you...
GRDC Herbicide behaviour workshop - Perth
A 1.5-day GRDC supported workshop for agronomists on the science underpinning how herbicides work and its application to field practice.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Katanning
Save the Date for the GRDC Grains Research Update in Katanning.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Kulin
Save the Date for the Grains Research Update in Kulin.
Wimmera Faba Bean Discussion Group Meeting #2 - Woorak
The second meeting in a series, working with Wimmera growers, agros and leading researchers to explore ways be can grow better beans.
Wimmera Faba Bean Discussion Group Meeting #2 - Bungalally
The second meeting in a series, working with Wimmera growers, agros and leading researchers to explore ways be can grow better beans.
Sprayer calibration and application workshop - Three Springs
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
GRDC Grains Research Update - Munglinup
Save the Date for the GRDC Grains Research Update in Munglinup.
Talkin' Soil Health Conference
Join us, in the historic Wheatbelt town of York, to hear from renowned guest speakers and local farmers as they shine a spotlight on the...
GRDC Grains Research Update - Coorow
Save the Date for the GRDC Grains Research Update in Coorow.
How can your farm be more efficient with or without measuring carbon? - Dubbo
Explore what you can do now to increase efficiencies and future proof your farming system. You will hear from scientists, supply chain and sustainability experts...
GRDC Grains Research Update, online - Strategic use of zinc phosphide for successful mouse control
Strategies for successful mouse control.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Cunderdin
Save the Date for the 2025 GRDC Grains Research Update in Cunderdin.
How can your farm be more efficient with or without measuring carbon? - Coonabarabran
Explore what you can do now to increase efficiencies and future proof your farming system. You will hear from scientists, supply chain and sustainability experts...
GRDC Grains Research Update – Pallamallawa
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Pallamallawa GRDC Grains Research Update.
SCF Trials Review Day - Porongurup
Stirlings to Coast Farmers’ Trials Review Day is right around the corner -with so many amazing speakers already confirmed, save the date!
GRDC National Grower Network - Freeling
Come along to the 2025 GRDC National Grower Network Forum at Owen and contribute your ideas and opportunities for R&D investment.
GRDC National Grower Network Forum - Owen
Come along to the 2025 GRDC National Grower Network meeting at the Owen Pub and contribute your ideas and opportunities for R&D investment.
GRDC Grains Research Update, online - Seed quality and implications for sowing
How to maximise germination and establishment in adverse growing conditions.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Goondiwindi
Save the date! The Goondiwindi 2-day GRDC Grains Research Update is on again in 2025. Check back here as we get closer for further info.
GRDC National Grower Network Forum - Burra
Come along to the 2025 GRDC National Grower Network Forum at Burra and contribute your ideas and opportunities for local R,D&E investment.
GRDC Grains Research Update – Dubbo
Save the date for the Dubbo GRDC Grains Research Update 2025! More details to come closer to the event.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Skipton
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
Soil biology workshop – Grenfell
Simon, a mixed cropping farmer and soil biology expert, will lead this practical workshop designed to help you enhance your soil health. Topics covered: ·...
GRDC Grains Research Update – Nyngan
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Nyngan GRDC Grains Research Update.
Soil Biology Workshop – Girilambone
Join us for an engaging, hands-on soil biology workshop with Simon Mattsson from Soil Land Food!
GRDC Grains Research Update – Bendigo
Save the date for the GRDC Grains Research Update 2-Day event.
GRDC Grains Research Update - Perth
Save the date for this two day event showcasing the latest research technology, market development and innovations to improve the productivity and profitability of the...
Grain Automate workshop - Dalwallinu
CSIRO hosting grain automation workshop, hear the latest on values and costs of automation on-farm.
Sprayer calibration and application workshop - Ravensthorpe
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
Soil Acidity Workshop - Netherby
Interested in exploring national research in soil acidity management?
BIlla Billa Pigeonpea Field Walk
Join us at our pigeonpea trial site at Billa Billa Qld to inspect our pigeonpea research trials.
GRDC National Grower Network Summer Forum - Rylington Park
The GRDC NGN Forum provides an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring forward ideas including opportunities and constraints which are relevant...
Sprayer calibration/application workshops to increase spray efficiency and efficacy – Esperance
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
GRDC National Grower Network Summer Forum - Beacon
The GRDC NGN Forum provides an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring forward ideas including opportunities and constraints which are relevant...
Sprayer calibration/application workshops to increase spray efficiency and efficacy – Beaumont
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
GRDC National Grower Network Summer Forum - Mingenew
The GRDC NGN Forum provides an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring forward ideas including opportunities and constraints which are relevant...
Sprayer calibration and application workshop - Grass Patch
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
Natural capital accounting: meeting supply chain demands - Eugowra
Curious about managing and improving natural assets on your farm? Discover innovative ways to enhance your natural assets and meet supply chain expectations.
GRDC Farm Business Update - Condingup
Join leading agribusiness professionals and growers in the Geraldton port zone to discuss the latest farm business information and practices to improve profit and farm...
Seeder Setup Clinic - Kaniva
Hear from industry experts and local growers on the effective setup of equipment and tools that allow for successful crop establishment, financial investment considerations and...
GRDC Grains Research Update – Corowa
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Corowa GRDC Grains Research Update.
GRDC Herbicide behaviour workshop - Bendigo
A 1.5-day GRDC supported workshop for agronomists on the science underpinning how herbicides work and its application to field practice.
Sprayer calibration and application workshop - Jerramungup
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
Seeder Setup Clinic - Vectis
Hear from industry experts and local growers on the effective setup of equipment and tools that allow for successful crop establishment, financial investment considerations and...
Nail the Snails Workshop - Cranbrook
Stirlings to Coast Farmers (SCF) with investment from GRDC, are hosting snail dissection workshops in the Albany and Esperance regions.
GRDC Farm Business Update - Bruce Rock
Join leading agribusiness professionals and growers in the Geraldton port zone to discuss the latest farm business information and practices to improve profit and farm...
GRDC Grains Research Update – Wagga Wagga
Save the date for the Wagga Wagga GRDC Grains Research Update 2025 to catch up on the latest grains information for the coming season. More...
GRDC Herbicide behaviour workshop - Horsham
A 1.5-day GRDC supported workshop for agronomists on the science underpinning how herbicides work and its application to field practice.
Sprayer calibration and application workshop - Corrigin
This hands-on workshop is designed for growers and employees how to best set-up, calibrate and operate boom sprayers. Covering best practice for getting product to...
Millennia of Ag Innovation
Join us for Millennia of Ag-Innovation, a First Nations-led agtech event in Cairns (10-11 Feb 2025). Explore cutting-edge solutions, cultural experiences, and collaborations across ag...
GRDC Farm Business Update - Mullewa
Join leading agribusiness professionals and growers in the Geraldton port zone to discuss the latest farm business information and practices to improve profit and farm...
GRDC Grains Research Update - Spalding
See and discuss the latest developments in agriculture research.
Videos
Fumigation recirculation
1738501200000Chris Warrick and Alex Conway discuss fumigation recirculation and provide guidance on both passive and powered systems. Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4hIjwwd #GRDCVideo #GrainStorage
Is innovation speeding up? #HumansofAg #Innovation #Shorts
1737550800000GRDC in Conversation: Merrie Carlhausen "40 years ago innovation was about a slow process, now it's actually a very fast process." "And we need to...
Grain storage series: 1/3 | Fumigating and venting grain bags
1737550800000GRDC's Grain Storage Extension Project continues to provide growers with information and resources on best practice for all aspects of grain storage. During this video,...
Grain storage series: 3/3 | Monitoring grain temperature
1737550800000GRDC's Grain Storage Extension Project continues to provide growers with information and resources on best practice for all aspects of grain storage. During this video,...
Grain storage series: 2/3 | Fumigation recirculation
1737550800000GRDC's Grain Storage Extension Project continues to provide growers with information and resources on best practice for all aspects of grain storage. During this video,...
"Aussie growers can be incredibly proud of the NVT program" #NVT #Farming
1737291600000Find out how the National Variety Trials program has changed the game over the last 20 years. #GRDCVideo #NVT20Years
Grow good humans! #GRDCinConvo #HumansofAg
1737205200000GRDC in Conversation: Merrie Carlhausen WA ag professional Merrie Carlhausen says succession planning takes some qualities that you can build into your family early on....
GRDC in Conversation: Merrie Carlhausen
1737205200000About this vodcast: In this episode of GRDC In Conversation, host Oli Le Lievre chats with Merrie Carlshausen, a former nurse turned essential advocate for...
Fresh ideas vs lived experience ⌛ #HumansofAg #Shorts #Farming
1736946000000GRDC in Conversation: David Tropiano "He's lived it all, and he's done it, so you take that on board and you go, yep, no worries."...
A game changer for Aussie growers: Celebrating 20 years of NVT #NVT20Years #GRDC
1736686800000In 2025, GRDC celebrates 20 years of its world leading National Variety Trial (NVT) program. The NVT program is the largest coordinated variety performance network...
When it rains, it pours ️ #GRDCinConvo #farming #shorts
1736600400000WA grower David Tropiano says 2024 was a challenging year for surprising reasons. "With all the rain we had, which is what we dream of...
David Tropiano - In Conversation
1736600400000About this vodcast: In this episode, we sit down with David Tropiano, a grain farmer from Mullewa, WA, as he shares his journey from a...
A game changer for Aussie growers: Celebrating 20 years of NVT
1736168400000In 2025, GRDC celebrates 20 years of its world leading National Variety Trial (NVT) program. The NVT program is the largest coordinated variety performance network...
It's a juggling act, and a numbers game #GRDC #Shorts #Farming
1735477200000Plant breeding and genetics: Understanding the basics "Plant breeding and genetics is doing an amazing job of building the potential, building the platform. And then...
What would you say is the key cornerstone of modern agriculture? #GRDC #Shorts
1734872400000Get the basics: plant Breeding and Genetics According to Dr Greg Rebetzke, Chief Research Scientist at CSIRO, plant breeding is the key cornerstone of modern...
Gathering research insights from motivated growers #GRDCinConvo #HumansofAg
1734526800000GRDC in Conversation: Mike Ewing Check out Mike's interview with Oli le Lievre from Humans of Agriculture on this week's #GRDCinConversation podcast. Listen ▶️ https://bit.ly/3VGI8wP...
Plant breeding and genetics: Understanding the basics
1734526800000According to Dr Greg Rebetzke, Chief Research Scientist at CSIRO, plant breeding is the key cornerstone of modern agriculture. Unless we have the best varieties,...
Managing rhizoctonia in wheat and barley: Impact in low and medium rainfall zones
1734354000000Mark Paganoni says growers spend quite a bit of time managing rhizoctonia, and it takes time to supress the disease. In this video, Mark discusses...
How to stay ahead of resistances and weed burdens?
1734181200000GRDC in Conversation: Mike Ewing Ag research scientist Mike Ewing says mature systems need to have resilience, and you need to have an agronomic system...
GRDC in Conversation: Mike Ewing
1734181200000In this episode, host Oli Le Lievre sits down with Mike Ewing, a scientist with over 40 years of experience in agricultural research, particularly in...
How to manage rhizoctonia #cropping #GRDC #research #shorts
1734008400000Rhizoctonia is a soil borne disease. It has a huge impact for Australian farmers, particularly in the low and medium rainfall zones. Yield losses are...
Can one teacher change the course of your career?
1733922000000GRDC in Conversation: Steve Davies "Here we are, year 11 students, and he actually gives us a key and says 'you can go to the...
Unlocking the potential of the system through soils #GRDC #HumansofAg #soils
1733576400000GRDC in Conversation: Steve Davies Soil scientist Steve Davies from Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development says tackling soil constraints allows gains in other...
GRDC in Conversation: Steve Davies
1733576400000About this vodcast: In this episode of GRDC In Conversation, host Oli Le Lievre speaks with Steve Davies, a soil scientist and researcher based in...
"Almost every industry comes back to agriculture in some way." #GRDCinConvo #HumansofAg
1733317200000GRDC in Conversation: Ryan Skamp "It touches on everything in the world. If you're someone who's interested in getting out and about and being exposed...
Managing rhizoctonia in wheat and barley: Impact in low and medium rainfall zones
1733317200000Rhizoctonia is a soil borne disease that causes a huge impact for farmers in Australia, particularly in the low and medium rainfall zones, with yield...
Thinking of investing in variable rate technology? #VRT #MachineryInvestment #LiveDemoDay
1733144400000A recent GRDC Live Machinery Demonstration Day, hosted by Wantfa at Cunderdin, WA, had a focus on precision agriculture and variable rate technology. Join David...
GRDC in Conversation: Ryan Skamp
1732971600000In this episode of GRDC In Conversation, host Oli Le Lievre talks to Ryan Skamp, a former carpenter-turned-farmer and co-founder of an ag-tech startup. Ryan...
Modern ag = one big maths equation
1732971600000GRDC in Conversation: Ryan Skamp Ryan Skamp has come into agriculture with fresh eyes, and he reckons modern day ag is one big mathematical equation....
What makes a good agronomist? You've got to be able to 'sort through the chaff'
1732712400000GRDC in Conversation: Erin Cahill WA grower and agronomist Erin Cahill says that in addition to being a good listener and decision maker, you need...
Live Demo Day: The latest and greatest machinery for growers
1732539600000New innovations in farming technology and machinery offer growers incredible increases to productivity and profitability. But many of these innovations are released without growers having...
"I can't believe you guys actually farm this!" #humansofag #shorts #GRDC
1732366800000This week Oli from @humansofagriculture_ chats with agronomist and grower Erin Cahill. Check out the full episode, out tomorrow. #GRDCinConversation #GRDCPodcast #humansofag
GRDC in Conversation: Erin Cahill
1732366800000About this vodcast: In this episode of GRDC’s In Conversation, host Oli Le Lievre chats with Erin Cahill. Erin is a fourth-generation farmer and agronomist...
In Conversation with Brianna Peake #GRDC #HumansofAg #shorts
1732107600000Check out Oli's chat with Brianna Peake from CBH Group in this week's episode of #GRDCinConversation with Humans of Agriculture. Listen: https://bit.ly/3Z2oVYy Watch: https://bit.ly/3YQAqBb #GRDCPodcast...
Live Demo Day: The latest and greatest machinery for growers
1732107600000While new innovations in farming technology and machinery offer growers incredible increases to productivity and profitability, many of these innovations are released without growers having...
How does the Dongara weevil damage crops? #canola #shorts
1731848400000Since 2013, an unidentified weevil has been repeatedly causing damage to canola crops in localised areas of Dongara and Mingenew in WA's northern grain growing...
"Go broad early, because you've got plenty of time for it to get really serious later" #WorkinAg
1731762000000Starting out in ag? CBH Group's Brianna Peake says getting a broad range of experience early is key - plus, it's interesting, and it's fun....
GRDC in Conversation: Brianna Peake
1731762000000More about this vodcast In this episode of GRDC In Conversation, we’re joined by Brianna Peake, Chief Stakeholder Relations Sustainability and Strategy Officer at CBH...
National Ag Day 2024
1731502800000Shout out to Australian growers this #AgDayAU for the incredible food and fibre they grow! #GRDC #GrainIndustry #AusAg #GrowYouGoodThing AustralianFarmers
Ask the curious questions #farming #ag #shorts #GRDC
1731416400000"I went to my first field day when I got home, and I was so out of my depth, and they were using all these...
Dongara weevil: A newly named pest in WA’s northern grainbelt
1731330000000Since 2013, an unidentified weevil has been repeatedly causing damage to canola crops in localised areas of Dongara and Mingenew in WA's northern grain growing...
GRDC in Conversation: Bec Kelly
1731157200000In this episode, we sit down with Bec Kelly, a third-generation farmer from Mingenew, WA, who shares her journey from global adventurer to dedicated farmer....
"Agriculture can be part of absolutely any job." #GRDCinConvo #Shorts #Farming
1731157200000GRDC in Conversation: Bec Kelly "Agriculture can be part of absolutely any job. Any job you go to uni for, or any job you do...
Dongara weevil: A newly named pest in WA’s northern grainbelt
1730898000000Since 2013, an unidentified weevil has been repeatedly causing damage to canola crops in localised areas of Dongara and Mingenew in WA's northern grain growing...
⏰ "I was that kid who got up at 6 o'clock and pulled alarm clocks to pieces to see how they worked."
1730811600000GRDC in Conversation: Ben White Don't miss this week's GRDC in Conversation podcast with Oli le Lievre from Humans of Agriculture and agricultural engineer Ben...
The 4 keys to maximising grain maize yield #GRDC #shorts #maize
1730638800000Check out these top tips for maximising maize yield 1. Variety selection 2. Irrigation and timing 3. Nutrition 4. Pest control Watch the full video...
GRDC in Conversation: Ben White
1730552400000In this episode of the GRDC In Conversation podcast, Oli Le Lievre sits down with Ben White, a highly respected agricultural engineer, researcher, and extension...
"Most WA growers, they push the barrier pretty hard." #HumansofAg #Farming #Shorts
1730466000000GRDC in Conversation is back with a stellar line-up of personalities from the west. First episode with Ben White drops tomorrow - don't miss it!...
Grain maize: Maximising benefits and production
1730034000000Work smarter not harder Australian maize growers have found there's a peak in the nitrogen response curve, beyond which there is no measurable effect on...
Grain maize: Maximising benefits and production
1729602000000Assisting growers to work smarter with their inputs to increase profitability is the focus of many GRDC investments. Recently, Australian maize growers have found there's...
3 strategies to minimise blackleg of canola
1729429200000Tools for tackling this crop disease: 1️⃣ genetic resistance 2️⃣ fungicides 3️⃣ cultural practices Watch the full video now ▶️ https://bit.ly/3Nl4hMA The University of Melbourne...
Tips for tackling blackleg of canola #shorts #GRDC
1728824400000Blackleg is the most serious disease in Australian canola, and while fungicides are commonly used to help manage this disease, there are concerns that an...
Tools for tackling blackleg of canola
1728478800000Blackleg is the most serious disease in Australian canola, and while fungicides are commonly used to help manage this disease, there are concerns that an...
How to do a destructive sample for fall armyworm (FAW) #GRDC
1728219600000Dr Melinda Miles from Queensland Agriculture shares her insights on taking a destructive crop sample, identifying FAW at various growth stages, counting larvae to determine...
Managing Fall Armyworm #GRDC #Shorts
1727704800000The summer of 2023/24 saw high numbers of fall armyworm (FAW) across Queensland and northern NSW. In some late sown crops, FAW had a disastrous...
Fall Armyworm | Identification tips and management options
1727186400000The summer of 2023/24 saw high numbers of fall armyworm (FAW) across Queensland and northern New South Wales. In some late sown crops, FAW had...
TOP TIPS for growers to avoid SFNB in barley #GRDC #Shorts
1727013600000Helping growers with the best management options 1️⃣ avoid barley on barley rotations where possible 2️⃣ choose a variety that has resistance to SFNB Watch...
How to manage spot form net blotch in barley in WA's LRZ #GRDC #Shorts
1726408800000Helping growers with the best management options Watch it now via the link in our bio. #GRDCVideo #SFNB #DiseaseManagement
Spot form net blotch in barley: Managing disease in WA's low rainfall zones
1726063200000Incidences of the spot form net blotch in barley crops across WA’s low rainfall zone have been increasing, so with GRDC investment, researchers from the...
"As these fertiliser prices are getting higher I guess VRT is starting to be pretty interesting."
1725890400000Mike Smith | Letting data do the work Watch the full precision ag in practice video case study with Moree grower Mike Smith ▶️ https://bit.ly/3Xpx60n...
Tips for mouse bait spreading #shorts #GRDC
1725544800000Josh Giumelli's advice for buying bait spreading gear Josh says if you're looking at buying a 12 volt bait spreader, consider getting something with a...
Using Variable Rate Technology #VRT on your farm
1725199200000Tips from Moree grower Mike Smith on using Variable Rate Technology (VRT) NSW grower Mike Smith has been using variable rate technologies for more than...
Precision Ag in Practice: Mike Smith | Letting data do the work
1724853600000Variable rate technology falls under the umbrella of Precision Agriculture and it includes a range of tools that are not only becoming commonplace, but also...
Considerations when sowing wheat deep #shorts #GRDC
1724594400000"It's looking at what we have now, working out we change the seeder configuration to make sure we get that seed consistently deeper than conventionally,...
Long coleoptile wheat project - approach and results from season 1 #GRDC #Shorts
1723989600000Incorporating long coleoptile wheat into the farming system Trials are being done across the country to investigate different environments, different water conditions, and different soil...
Long coleoptile wheat: Approach and results from the first season
1723557600000GRDC is investing $12.7 million into a four-year, national research project looking at incorporating long coleoptile wheat into the farming system. Trials are being done...
"It's extraordinary the resilience that has now been built into the system." #Shorts #GRDC
1722952800000GRDC in Conversation: John Woods Check out this week's GRDC in Conversation video interview with GRDC chair and Goondiwindi grower John Woods. Listen ▶️ https://bit.ly/4fv25yN...
"It's been awesome to see the whole picture of soybeans" #GRDC #Shorts #Soybeans
1722866400000New video: Improving soybean success The Australian soybean industry has received a boost with a new online soybean manual and a series of workshops. The...
GRDC in Conversation: John Woods
1722693600000️ Today's 'GRDC in Conversation' podcast interview is with John Woods. John is a business owner and farmer at his home property ‘Booroola’ in Northern...
"Where is God's country?" #Reels #GRDC #HumansofAg
1722693600000GRDC in Conversation - John Woods Our final GRDC in Conversation series for the northern region is back tomorrow, kicking off with our last video...
Improving soybean success: Coastal soy agronomy workshops & online manual
1722434400000The Australian soybean industry has received a boost with a new online soybean manual and a series of workshops. The initiatives are part of a...
"It's about ensuring those products are safe: to the environment, to humans, and safe to crops."
1721656800000Your questions answered: GRDC and crop protection products GRDC invests in many different approaches to the control of weeds, pests and diseases, including crop protection...
Your questions answered | GRDC and crop protection products
1721224800000GRDC invests in many different approaches to the control of weeds, pests and diseases, including crop protection products. In this video we hear from GRDC...
"We've been able to adopt more technology in each part of the farm" #GRDC #shorts
1721052000000Precision Ag in Practice: Boardman Agriculture Boardman Agriculture is one Aussie grain growing business using electromagnetic mapping to increase their bottom line. Watch the video...
"Ultimately it's dollars in the farmer's pocket that matters" #AgTech #GRDC #shorts
1720447200000Precision Ag in Practice: Boardman Agriculture Electromagnetic mapping is just one of the tools in the precision agriculture kit. And Boardman Agriculture is just one...
Precision Ag in Practice: Boardman Agriculture | Applying electromagnetic mapping
1720015200000Electromagnetic mapping is just one of the tools in the precision agriculture kit and Boardman Agriculture is just one of the Australian businesses using it...
"We have a really informal chat and brainstorming session where we put all our ideas on the table."
1719842400000GRDC's National Grower Network GRDC’s National Grower Network (NGN) forums provide an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring relevant ideas -...
"My $2 worth of input might be something, hopefully taken back to put around the table" #NGN #shorts
1719237600000National Grower Network forums GRDC's National Grower Network (NGN) forums provide an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring relevant ideas -...
National Grower Network: Capturing ideas, issues, constraints and opportunities for RD&E
1718719200000GRDC's National Grower Network (NGN) forums provide an opportunity for anyone involved in the grains industry to bring relevant ideas - including opportunities and constraints...
What's the go with snails?
1718632800000Surveillance and flies: New technologies for snail monitoring and control Using surveillance to spy on snails and releasing a "killer" parasatoid fly are just two...
Surveillance and flies: New technologies for snail monitoring and control
1718200800000Using surveillance to spy on snails and releasing a "killer" parasatoid fly are just two of the new controls being researched as part of a...
New tools for wheat growers #moistureseeking #wheat
1718028000000What tools will the $12M national #LongColeoptileWheat project deliver? CSIRO's Greg Rebetzke fills us in. Watch the full video ▶️ https://bit.ly/3yS9qHO #GRDCVideo
"A lot of people in agriculture, they love to help you" #shorts #farming
1717855200000GRDC in conversation with Steve Madden. Tune into our next episode of #GRDCinConversation with agronomist Steve Madden and @humansofagriculture_ - out tomorrow.
GRDC in Conversation: Steve Madden
1717855200000️ Today's 'GRDC in Conversation' podcast interview is with Steve Madden Steve Madden has over 30 years experience as an agronomist and is the inventor...
"We're built for community" #Short #Farming #GRDC
1717509600000In conversation with Tony Lockrey "It's something that we can grow and accelerate our learning so quickly." "And then also having mentors that can save...
Why is this a game changer? #GRDC #shorts #longcoleoptile
1717423200000Nationwide trial explores 'game changing' wheat varieties It’s estimated that long coleoptile wheat varieties will increase farmers’ profits by $2.3 to 2.4 billion on average,...
"You can sit here today, and rob yourself of today, because you're so stressed about tomorrow."
1717250400000In conversation with Tony Lockrey "To be able to just live in the moment, live in the day, and not be carrying everything from the...
GRDC in Conversation: Tony Lockrey
1717250400000️ Today's 'GRDC in Conversation' podcast interview is with Tony Lockrey Tony Lockrey is both a farmer and agronomist based in the farming community of...
"My father, he was a soldier settler" #GRDC #Farming #HumansofAg
1716904800000In Conversation with John Hamparsum "My father, he was a soldier settler. And then under the rules of soldier settlement, basically, when they drew their...
Long coleoptile wheat: Nationwide trial explores 'game changing' wheat varieties
1716904800000It’s estimated that long coleoptile wheat varieties will increase farmers’ profits by $2.3 to 2.4 billion on average, per year across Australia. That’s why GRDC...
GRDC in Conversation: John Hamparsum
1716732000000️ Today's 'GRDC in Conversation' podcast interview is with John Hamparsum John Hamparsum farms on black soil plains near Gunnedah, New South Wales, in partnership...
"It's the most beautiful soil you'll find" #InConvo #HumansOfAg
1716645600000John Hamparsum, NSW grower | GRDC in Conversation Tune into our next episode of #GRDCinConversation with NSW grower John Hamparsum and @humansofagriculture_ - out tomorrow.
When the techonology doesn't work #AgTech #Shorts
1716472800000Andrew Sargent | Precision ag in practice Growers Andrew and Malcolm Sargent have been using Precision agriculture (PA) for more than 20 years. While the...
"But I wasn't getting any great stories out of it to come home to the kids." #GRDC #shorts
1716386400000GRDC in Conversation: Matthew Durack "But I wasn't getting any great stories out of it to come home to the kids." ... "So I was...
"I remember at the time saying to him: why do you want me to do this?"
1716040800000GRDC in Conversation: Matthew Durack "I don't know if I don't know much about farming. I know I want to do it, but I don't...
GRDC in Conversation: Matthew Durack
1716040800000️ Today's 'GRDC in Conversation' podcast interview is with Matthew Durack Matthew Durack started his career as a Veterinarian, but always wanted to try his...
"I've always been one to challenge the status quo." #GRDC #shorts #HumansofAg
1715781600000In converation with QLD grower Ben Taylor "I've always been one to challenge the status quo. Do I still get some guilt around time off...
Precision Ag in Practice: Andrew Sargent | When the technology doesn't work
1715695200000Growers, Andrew and Malcolm Sargent have been using Precision agriculture (PA) for more than 20 years. While the Precision ag technology allows growers to make...
Resources
Module 23: Upgrading the sprayer
GRDC provides a variety of resources to support grain growers and industry advisors. Our resources are developed based on the unique needs of the Australian grains industry.
13.4: Factors affecting the controller’s ability to effectively regulate sprayer output
GRDC provides a variety of resources to support grain growers and industry advisors. Our resources are developed based on the unique needs of the Australian grains industry.
Spray application manual
GRDC provides a variety of resources to support grain growers and industry advisors. Our resources are developed based on the unique needs of the Australian grains industry.
Before you spray
GRDC provides a variety of resources to support grain growers and industry advisors. Our resources are developed based on the unique needs of the Australian grains industry.
Preparing for spraying
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Selecting a spraying system
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Review and planning for the future
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Spraying system components and set up
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Module 2: Product requirements
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Module 19: Shielded sprayers
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Module 5: Completing a spray plan
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Module 4: Managing spray drift risk
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Module 3: Nozzle design and function
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Module 20: Optical spot sprayers
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Module 1: Planning for spray application
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Module 17: Pulse width modulation systems
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Module 12: GPS systems
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2.9: Summary
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Module 18: Single line and multi-step systems
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Module 22: Integration of the sprayer with other farm equipment
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Module 16: Overview of the spraying systems available
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Module 15: Weight, balance and tyres
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Module 14: Boom stability and height control
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Module 13: Rate-controller functions and settings
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7.5 Checks for physical compatibility - the jar test
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5.1 Importance of the spray plan
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2.5: Impact of environmental factors on herbicide activity
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23.7 Making a decision
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23.5 Useful features and components
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23.4 The choice of spraying system and supplier
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23.3 Matching sprayer capacity
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23.2 Products required and how to apply
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22.5 Boom width, sprayed width and nozzle spacing
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22.4 Row width and tyre centres
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22.3 Equipment widths and tyre centre spacings
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22.2 Deciding on the unit of measurement
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21.5 Water and oil-sensitive paper
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21.4 Fluorescent dyes and black light
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21.3 Adding coloured dyes to the tank mix
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21.2 Assessing the results of spray jobs
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20.7 Points to consider before purchase
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20.6 Set-up: standalone or in combination with a broadacre boom?
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20.5 Timing and sensitivity
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20.4 Nozzle type, position and constraints for effective use
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20.3 Controlling the nozzle output
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20.2 Systems available in Australia
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19.7 Practical considerations
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19.6 Control of the spray system
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19.5 Droplet escape and drift potential
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19.4 Nozzle choice and spray quality
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19.3 Determining the applied rate for banded applications
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19.2 Label and legal requirements
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