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Flaxleaf fleabane
02.09.2013Flaxleaf fleabane is a major weed of the northern cropping region and an emerging problem in the south and west. It is difficult to kill, particularly when mature. However, if a range of control tactics and vigilant monitoring is used, successful
Region: North, South, West
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Feathertop Rhodes grass
02.09.2013Over the past two decades, feathertop Rhodes grass has gone from being a minor cropping weed to a major problem for northern – and now some southern – growers. However, with an integrated weed management approach, effective control is possible.
Region: North, South, West
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Take the test for herbicide resistance
04.07.2013Knowing which herbicide modes of action (MOA) are still effective can avoid in-crop herbicide failures and allow growers to develop long term weed management plans
Region: North, South, West
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Diamondback moth
01.07.2013Crop monitoring from July onwards is key to making effective decisions for controlling diamondback moth.
Region: West, South
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Controlled traffic farming
01.07.2013Controlled traffic farming (CTF) is a farming system built on permanent wheel tracks where the crop zone and traffic lanes are permanently separated. It can improve profitability and sustainability, and adoption of CTF need not be a daunting
Region: National, North, South, West
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Cereal fungicides (All regions)
06.05.2013Understanding foliar fungal diseases of cereals and how to manage them is in the interests of both the individual and the grains industry as a whole.
Region: National, North, South, West
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Irrigated Wheat: Achievable yields for irrigated wheat
04.03.2013Irrigated wheat can yield up to eight tonnes per hectare in the northern region, given good management and adequate water around flowering time.
Region: North, South, West
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Farm Labour: Recruiting and inducting new employees
04.03.2013Employing people is a great privilege and starting a new job is almost always a significant time for the employee. Selecting, engaging and inducting well will set the scene for a productive, positive and ongoing arrangement between both parties.
Region: National, North, South, West
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Grain storage: Silo buyer's guide
01.03.2013The decision of which silo to buy can be daunting, mainly because it’s a 20+ year investmentand not a purchase that is easily returned or traded-in if it proves unsuitable. The followinginformation will help identify the key features to look for
Region: National, North, South, West