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GRDC Farm Practices Survey 2012
14.11.2012This is the second GRDC Farm Practice Survey Report. The GRDC commissioned Kaliber Research Pty Ltd to survey a national subset of grain producers and gather data about their farming operations and practices. The survey was based on their farming
Region: National, North, South, West
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Adult Plant Resistance Fact Sheet
02.11.2012Adult plant resistance is a useful trait to consider in variety selection, especially for rust resistance. Understanding how it works can make fungicide application decisions easier.
Region: National
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Grain Storage Fact Sheet: Performance testing aeration systems
22.08.2012Aerating grain in storage creates cool, uniform moisture conditions throughout the grain bulk. Cool grain temperatures slow or stop insect pest development and maintain grain quality.A simple device called an ‘A-Flow’ has been developed to
Region: National, North, South, West
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Water use efficiency of grain crops in Australia: principles,…
16.07.2012Water use efficiency of grain crops in Australia: Principles, benchmarks and management. The aim of this publication is to provide decision makers with tools to understand and improve water use efficiency in rain-fed systems where water deficit is a
Region: National, South, West, North
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The Current and Potential Costs from Diseases of Oilseed Crops in…
20.06.2012The current loss from diseases in the Australian oilseed industry averages $137 million per year, or 27.6 per cent of the gross value of oilseed production. These losses are due to diseases caused by fungi, nematodes, bacteria, viruses and
Region: National, North, South, West
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The Current and Potential Costs from Diseases of Pulse Crops in…
20.06.2012The current loss from diseases in the Australian pulse industry averages $74 million per year, or 14.8 per cent of the gross value of pulse production. These losses are due to diseases caused by fungi, nematodes, bacteria, viruses and phytoplasmas.
Region: North, South, West, National
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Grain Storage Fact Sheet: Storing Oilseeds
01.03.2012Storing oilseeds is more diffi cult than storing cereal grains as they are more susceptible to quality deterioration and have limited insect control options. The decision to store oilseeds requires a planned approach, careful management and a
Region: National
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Grain Storage Fact Sheet: Successful storage in grain bags
01.03.2012Bulk grain bags, also known as Silo Bags, can be a handy harvest storage option if used properly. A planned approach with careful management is essential.
Region: National
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Variable Rate Application
21.02.2012Variable-rate application (VRA) of some inputs delivers cost benefits and improved yields. Before adopting VRA, growers can optimise their chances of better returns by running simple on-farm trials.
Region: National