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Controlling barley smut

Dec. 10, 2023 | 4 min read
Barley is a popular cereal across Australia’s grain growing regions suitable for a variety of markets from stock feed through to malting and brewing, where quality is paramount.
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Legumes reduce reliance on fertiliser

Dec. 9, 2023 | 3 min read
Legumes such as lucerne, clovers and tropical/subtropical legumes play a crucial role in pasture performance and productivity. These plants can be highly responsive to nitrogen, as it is an essential nutrient to maintain high production and pasture quality.
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Big news in small JD tractor

Nov. 28, 2023 | 6 min read
John Deere has rolled out its big guns in the smaller tractor, with its new 5ML tractor making its Australian debut at a Mildura high value crop (HVC) field day in early October.
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Overwatch overachieves

Nov. 27, 2023 | 3 min read
The broadleaf weed control from Overwatch Herbicide in wheat, is helping the subsequent legume phase on the Yorke Peninsula of South Australia.
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Technology targets weeds

Nov. 26, 2023 | 4 min read
South Australian farmer Tim Williams is looking forward to a farming future with less weed pressure and reduced chemical application.
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Seed program hits 200

Nov. 25, 2023 | 2 min read
The Australian Seed Federation’s Seed Industry Professional Program is getting runs on the board as fast as Glenn Maxwell – and is about to go right past his world cup 201 in program participants enrolled.
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Is the honeybee the bee all to pollinate all?

Nov. 25, 2023 | 2 min read
As part of its Australian Pollinator Week participation, CropLife Australia and its members decided their best course of action would be to showcase the extent of pollinators who work hard for agriculture and the environment.
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Optical sprayer technology returns on investment

Nov. 24, 2023 | 4 min read
Sky rocketing machinery prices have left many growers wondering whether new technologies like optical spot sprayers are profitable and can pay their way.
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What are the economic benefits of diverse rotations?

Nov. 23, 2023 | 4 min read
Crop rotation choices drive farm profitability. When weeds start to dictate crop choices, input costs inevitably rise.
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Classy facility drives business in Griffith

Nov. 22, 2023 | 3 min read
With a goal to deliver a fit for purpose, targeted agribusiness site, the team at Terra Ag are delighted with their new facility at Griffith.
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Magic in merlin software

Nov. 21, 2023 | 4 min read
Retail management systems are necessary tools in today’s age of business.

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Nutrien confirms investment
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