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Australia approved world-first use of a product based on BASF’s herbicide Luximax

Winter cropping Nov. 25, 2019



Australian farmers will be the first in the world to experience Luximax® (cinmethylin), the breakthrough pre-emergent herbicide by BASF, which has received registration from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). Currently registered for use in wheat (excluding durum wheat), Luximax will be available to growers in time for the 2020 season.

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Landmark, Ruralco rural brands unite to form Nutrien Ag Solutions

Agribusiness Nov. 12, 2019



Iconic rural brands Landmark and Ruralco will soon cease to exist, with the recently merged companies uniting to form Nutrien Ag Solutions.

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Elders delivers steady profit, invests for growth

Agribusiness Nov. 11, 2019



In its 180th year, Elders has delivered a steady profit result, while positioning the business for future growth by continuing to invest in the future of regional Australia. Underlying after-tax profit of $63.6 million was recorded, in line with the previous year. Underlying earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) fell just 1% to $73.7 million. Elders has announced a final dividend of 9 cents per share fully franked, taking the full-year dividend to 18 cents.

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Swiss Agronomist Trades Snow For Australia’s Outback Dream

Seeds Nov. 6, 2019



With her Australian accent, it is hard to believe Pacific Seeds Production Agronomist Annie Christinat recently swapped life in the Swiss mountains for the Australian outback to pursue her dream of living on the land.

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Researchers double sorghum grain yield to improve food supply

Seeds Summer cropping Nov. 5, 2019



Plant scientists have doubled the amount of grains that a sorghum plant can yield.

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Leading grains industry body to join research collaboration

Seed treatments & coatings Nov. 4, 2019



Research into effectiveness of new compound for protecting stored grain is underway.

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Australia: Widespread rainfall on the way

Summer cropping Oct. 30, 2019



According to weather experts, a slow moving upper level trough will deliver the most widespread rain event across the east coast in six months over the next week.

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NEW JOINT VENTURE TO IMPROVE ANNUAL LEGUME BREEDING

Seeds Oct. 24, 2019



A 10-year joint venture between The University of Western Australia and PGG Wrightson Seeds has been launched to provide farmers better access to advances in seed technology.

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World-class research supporting QLD sorghum industry

Seeds Summer cropping Oct. 22, 2019



World-class research from Queensland’s leading scientists is supporting significant growth in the state’s sorghum industry.

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Heritage Seeds to be known as Barenbrug

Seeds Oct. 17, 2019



One of Australia’s largest seed companies is changing names, with Heritage Seeds to be known as Barenbrug from 28th October 2019.

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Integrated management approaches to combat plant virus diseases

Tropical agriculture & sugar cane Oct. 8, 2019



Investigations by The University of Western Australia’s (UWA) Institute of Agriculture and Washington State University (WSU) in the USA have concluded that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to management of plant viral diseases.

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Australia's first potash mine set to begin production in Western Australia

Fertilisers Specialty fertilisers & nutrition Oct. 4, 2019



Australia's first sulphate of potash (SOP) mine is set to begin commercial production next year, with Kalium Lakes making the final investment approval for its Beyondie Sulphate of Potash project in Western Australia.

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BASF’s strategy in agriculture aims for innovation-driven growth in specific markets

Agribusiness Oct. 1, 2019



- Compelling offer connects seeds, traits, crop protection and digital solutions to support farmer success worldwide - Aiming for profitable growth of one percentage point above global agricultural market and a 50% increase in sales by 2030 - Launch of over 30 new products by 2028 with peak sales potential of more than €6 billion - Increase sales of products that make a substantial contribution to sustainability

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What’s the best way to manage annual ryegrass in chickpea crops?

Winter cropping Sept. 30, 2019



Annual ryegrass is becoming increasingly prevalent in the northern cropping region, and many populations already have a high level of resistance to the major Group B and Group A herbicides registered for use in chickpea crops.

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Tick vaccine for Bos taurus breeds a step closer

Cattle health Northern cattle Sept. 30, 2019



A vaccine to protect Bos taurus breeds from the costly cattle tick is getting closer, paving the way for northern producers to introduce genetics capable of opening doors to new, high-value markets.

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