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AGT marks 20 years with top new varieties

The year 2022 has been a significant milestone year for Australian Grain Technologies (AGT) which celebrated 20 years of grain breeding excellence.
Read full storyPop-up starter fertilisers offer flexibility

Following recent major weather events which have delayed and potentially cut off part of the cotton planting window, resellers and advisers will be eager to help growers across both dryland and irrigated sectors maximise opportunity while managing the risk around planting in this highly volatile weather environment.
Read full storyRural market rodenticides from Rudducks

When control of rats and mice is proving to be a problem, Rudducks has some unique and highly effective options. As well as the Pyrethrum based insecticides featured in November Rural Business, Rudduck offers two rodenticide products for the rural market.
Read full storyMateno tops weed control in barley

On the heels of its welcome registration for early post-emergent (EPE) application in barley to control grass and broadleaf weeds, latest trials in this use pattern with the recently released Mateno Complete herbicide have further reinforced its performance over several years of development.
Read full storyBarbless wire safe for stock and wildlife

“Brilliant” sums up the new Murray Barbless Safe-Twist wire.
Read full storyMaxCare’s new animal app

MaxCare is excited to announce the launch of its new app ‘MaxCare Animal’.
Read full storyInstant analysis boosts in-crop N efficiency

Growers can now gain the nitrogen (N) nutrition status of a range of crops instantly following the launch of a unique smartphone app that aims to assist the most efficient application of fertilisers to maximise returns and protect the environment.
Read full storyVayego Forte banana weevil borer weapon

The cost of not controlling banana weevil borer for growers in north Queensland is significant, with the damage caused by the pest having the ability to reduce bunch size and yields, and cause plant loss.
Read full storySoft approach pays off in macadamias

A decision to switch to products that are safer to beneficial insects has worked particularly well for Bundaberg macadamia grower Andrew Lewis.
Read full storySlug and snail warning: Don’t wait to bait!

Crop establishment, particularly of canola, is critical to maximise yield potential. Diligent planning to protect seeds and seedlings from slugs and snails should be top of mind in 2023 based on lessons learned in 2022.
Read full storyTips for navigating the unrelenting uncertainty

Rural Australia is a living text book of managing uncertainty. And yet again, amidst extraordinary weather and resulting floods, we find ourselves reeling with even more uncertainty, writes Dr Kate Burke.
Read full storyGreat onion crops for SA growers

A capacity to grow great crops of onions in some challenging conditions, provides its own rewards for Jarryd Dolling of Dolling Produce in the south-east region of South Australia.
Read full storyMoree named Nutrien branch of the year

What better way to mark National Ag Day for Nutrien Ag Solutions Moree, which has been recognised for its performance and contribution to the agriculture industry at last month’s Nutrien Ag Solutions Gala Dinner and Awards night.
Read full storyCropLife President's Contribution Award

The CropLife Australia President's Awards for Extraordinary Contribution to the plant science industry recipients were recently announced as part of the official reception following the 2022 CropLife Members' Forum.
Read full storyAgLink hosts Supplier Appreciation Event

After an absence of two years because of COVID, AgLink Australia held its popular end of year Supplier Appreciation Event to recognise the efforts and support of the group’s partner suppliers over the past twelve months.
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