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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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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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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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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
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Stay safe around grain storage
14.11.2011The fundamental approach to grain storage safety is the same as for all other farming activities. The aim is to have a safe workplace for everyone on the farm, including workers, contractors, families, visitors and the owner/managers.
Region: National, North, South, West
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Yellow Leaf Spot Fact Sheet
22.08.2011A break from wheat-on-wheat, stubble management and growing resistant varieties are important risk-reducing practices for the stubble-borne disease yellow leaf spot.
Region: National, North, South, West
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Stem Rust of Wheat
05.07.2011Resistant wheat varieties have reduced the incidence of stem rust outbreaks but ongoing vigilance is needed to prevent the pathogen mutating to overcome this resistance.
Region: National, North, South, West
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Fertiliser Toxicity
04.05.2011Care with fertiliser and seed placement:Increased row spacing and zero-till seeding can result in more fertiliser being placed in the seeding row, causing damage to emerging seedlings. This risk can be reduced by increasing the spread of seed and
Region: National
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GRDC Investment Process
29.03.2011How does investment planning work? This fact sheet explains aspects of the GRDC investment process. As well as providing an overview of the process, it describes the GRDC’s use of impact assessment as a method of evaluating performance.
Region: National, North, South, West