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FMC leading the way with local innovation

Rural Business Aug. 22, 2022



Local investment and continuous innovation backed by global strength has chemical company, FMC, leading the way with agricultural solutions for Australian growers.

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How to beat barley grass in two years

Winter cropping Aug. 18, 2022



Barley grass often slips under the radar and pales in significance to annual ryegrass. But it is ranked in the top ten weeds in Australian grain crops and considered the seventh most costly weed to control for growers in the Victorian Mallee and Mid-North, Lower Yorke and Eyre Peninsula of South Australia.

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Water industry front of mind for ag sector

Water supply & irrigation Aug. 12, 2022



Darling Irrigation, as part of the AGnVET group, is involved in all areas of design, supply and construction of pressurised irrigation systems in eastern Australia.

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Irrigation innovations a Netafim strength

Water supply & irrigation Aug. 12, 2022



While today’s global conditions continue to pressure supply chains and cause consolidation of various agribusinesses, the world’s largest irrigation company remains steadfast on its commitment of generating smart irrigation solutions for growers, further underlined recently by new product innovations.

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Water prices stay low for third year in a row

Water supply & irrigation Aug. 12, 2022



Water allocation prices in the southern Murray–Darling Basin are likely to remain low for a third consecutive year, according to the latest ABARES Water Market Outlook.

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Silage wrapping a part of Australian history

Fodder conservation & pasture Aug. 11, 2022



For Agri Novatex, silage is about more than wrapping up grass – it’s a piece of Australian history.

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Laying the groundwork for healthy soil

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 11, 2022



Healthy soil is crucial to growers optimising productivity, with testing an important component of fully understanding the limitations and potential productivity of soil.

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Inoculums improve feed production and quality

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 11, 2022



Mapleton Agri Biotec has been supplying microbial inoculums to Australian and international farmers for nearly 20 years.

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Injection breakthrough for woody weed control

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 11, 2022



Woody weeds have long been a scourge on grazing landscapes across the country, however the arrival of capsulated herbicide products and key application technology is providing a breakthrough in control – with strong environmental benefits.

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Altacor X-Force the new force in trees and vines

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 10, 2022



Fruit growers around Australia can expect an exciting development from FMC in the month of August. Their new insecticide, Altacor X-Force will be available at selected agency outlets nationwide.

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Coping with rising frost risks in horticulture

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 10, 2022



Climate change presents a number of challenges for Australia’s $15 billion horticulture sector, including, perhaps surprisingly, frost. Paradoxically, the warmest decade in recorded history has seen some of the most widespread and serious frost damage to commercial crops in both Australia and North America.

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New nematicide produces quality sweet potatoes

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 10, 2022



A commercial trial on the property of Dean Akers in Bundaberg, has demonstrated the superior quality achieved with Salibro nematicide from Corteva Agriscience.

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Soil carbon requires careful consideration

Fertilisers Aug. 9, 2022



Soil organic matter makes up a small component of the mass of most soils, yet it has an important role in the functioning of the physical, chemical, and biological fertility of agricultural soils, writes Jeff Kraak.

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Dual insecticide solves grapevine scale concerns

Spring horticulture & viticulture Aug. 9, 2022



Increased grapevine scale populations across multiple Australian wine regions are encouraging vigilance for vineyard managers when it comes to monitoring for impacts on vine health and related diseases.

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Yara committed to bag recycling scheme

Fertilisers Merchandise Aug. 8, 2022



Leading premium fertiliser manufacturer, Yara, continues to support Big Bag Recovery program as a partner.

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