Presented at GRDC Grains Research Update, online - Marnoo

• 22 Jul 2020 - South

  Managing nitrogen for high crop yields and sustainable farming systems

  James Hunt (La Trobe University)

  22 Jul 2020 - South

  Managing nitrogen for high crop yields and sustainable farming systems

  James Hunt (La Trobe University)

  Nitrogen (N) deficiency is the single biggest factor contributing to the Australian wheat yield gap. You need to soil test in order to make any sort of rational decision about N fertiliser. Yield Prophet®, back of the envelope calculations and ‘N bank’ targets are all valid ways of managing N fertiliser to achieve potential yields and avoid running...

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• 22 Jul 2020 - South

  Crop diseases – what to look out for in 2020?

  Josh Fanning, Mark McLean and Grant Hollaway (Agriculture Victoria)

  22 Jul 2020 - South

  Crop diseases – what to look out for in 2020?

  Josh Fanning, Mark McLean and Grant Hollaway (Agriculture Victoria)

  • Economic crop disease management relies on an integrated disease management strategy and consideration of yield potential and seasonal conditions. • Disease ratings may change and it is important to consult the latest disease guide for the latest ratings and up to date disease management information....

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• 22 Jul 2020 - South

  Key agronomic practices and management to maximise profits from dual-purpose crops

  Susie Sprague, John Kirkegaard, Julianne Lilley, Lindsay Bell and Tony Swan (CSIRO Agriculture and Food)

  22 Jul 2020 - South

  Key agronomic practices and management to maximise profits from dual-purpose crops

  Susie Sprague, John Kirkegaard, Julianne Lilley, Lindsay Bell and Tony Swan (CSIRO Agriculture and Food)

  • Dual-purpose (DP) crops can increase farm profit across a range of environments. Learnings from experiences in southern NSW are presented as examples. • Higher whole-farm profit relies on attention to detail with crop and livestock management. Establishing the right crop early and correct lock-up time are key to increasing profit and reducing ...

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