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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
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Wheat Curl Mite
26.11.2009A tiny mite that spreads wheat streak mosaic virus Management of host plants over summer and autumn is the main tool in controlling wheat curl mite, the carrier of wheat streak mosaic virus, a disease which may cause up to 100 per cent yield loss
Region: National, North, South, West