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AGT marks 20 years with top new varieties

Seeds Dec. 24, 2022



The year 2022 has been a significant milestone year for Australian Grain Technologies (AGT) which celebrated 20 years of grain breeding excellence.

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Pop-up starter fertilisers offer flexibility

Fertilisers Merchandise Dec. 23, 2022



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.

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Rural market rodenticides from Rudducks

Merchandise Rodent & vertebrate pest control Dec. 23, 2022



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.

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Mateno tops weed control in barley

Knockdown & pre-emergent herbicides Merchandise Dec. 23, 2022



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.

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Barbless wire safe for stock and wildlife

Fencing, livestock handling & ID Merchandise Dec. 22, 2022



“Brilliant” sums up the new Murray Barbless Safe-Twist wire.

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MaxCare’s new animal app

Merchandise Technology in agriculture Dec. 22, 2022



MaxCare is excited to announce the launch of its new app ‘MaxCare Animal’.

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Instant analysis boosts in-crop N efficiency

Merchandise Technology in agriculture Dec. 22, 2022



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.

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Vayego Forte banana weevil borer weapon

Merchandise Dec. 21, 2022



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.

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Soft approach pays off in macadamias

Merchandise Dec. 21, 2022



A decision to switch to products that are safer to beneficial insects has worked particularly well for Bundaberg macadamia grower Andrew Lewis.

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Slug and snail warning: Don’t wait to bait!

Merchandise Summer cropping Dec. 21, 2022



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.

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Tips for navigating the unrelenting uncertainty

Management Dec. 20, 2022



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.

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Great onion crops for SA growers

Fertilisers Merchandise Dec. 20, 2022



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.

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Moree named Nutrien branch of the year

Rural Business Dec. 19, 2022



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.

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CropLife President's Contribution Award

Rural Business Dec. 18, 2022



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.

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AgLink hosts Supplier Appreciation Event

Rural Business Dec. 17, 2022



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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