Durum quality and agronomy fact sheet
Published: 1 Mar 2014
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Tips for achieving higher durum quality and yields
To produce the highest quality durum, growers need to develop a management plan which considers agronomic and variety selection as well as understanding the requirements of pasta manufacturers and end users.
Key points
- Durum yield potential can be influenced by sowing date and variety choice.
- Aim for a seeding rate of 220 seeds/m2 to maximise yield and quality.
- Correct nitrogen application timing is essential. Too much applied nitrogen can result in durum setting an unattainable yield potential.
- Harvest durum at less than 12.5 percent moisture and aim for protein at 13 percent.
- To reduce chaff and whiteheads make sure harvester settings are correct.
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