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Agsafe to add recycling for soft plastics

Agsafe March 24, 2023



Agsafe is very pleased to announce that bagMUSTER – an initiative of CropLife Australia in strategic partnership with the Australian Seeds Federation, will join with Australia’s longest running agricultural waste management program drumMUSTER.

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Reflect protects delicate crops from the sun

Fertilisers March 22, 2023



With hotter summer temperatures and sunshine hours, crops and growers are under increasing thermic and hydric stress.

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Enzymes prove worth in Australia’s winter crops

Fertilisers March 21, 2023



Trials across Australian crops over several seasons have consistently proved the economic and environmental advantages of adding specific enzymes for more efficient use of fertiliser and soil nutrients.

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'Chelates ain’t chelates' when feeding plants iron

Fertilisers March 20, 2023



“Oils ain’t oils”, as many will long recall, and when it comes to supplying iron for plant nutrition according to your soil’s pH level, “chelates ain’t chelates” either.

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Wengfu Aust’s fertbook app is a game changer!

Fertilisers March 19, 2023



Wengfu Australia continues to lead the industry with faster, more efficient ways for its customers to access their fertiliser requirements.

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Liquid lime and gypsum gaining broad appeal

Fertilisers March 18, 2023



With the vagaries of bulk fertiliser supply and prices, and the need to get a greater return on investment in crop nutrition, growers are increasingly turning to specialty products.

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Get hooked on Axcela!

Snail & slug control March 17, 2023



Were you satisfied with slug and snail control in your precious crops last year?

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When should I control snails and slugs?

Snail & slug control March 16, 2023



Following a very long, wet spring in 2022 that favoured slug and snail breeding, large numbers of snails were detected in grain samples at harvest.

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Imtrade leads the way in baiting technology

Snail & slug control March 15, 2023



It’s now been three years since Imtrade released its dual baiting system, Transcend, which combines new molluscicide and insecticide technology.

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Golden opportunity to track stock performance

Fencing, livestock handling & ID March 13, 2023



Making decisions based on accurate data is the future of farming. With the introduction of mandatory electronic identification (EID) of sheep across Australia, there’s a golden opportunity to do more than just tag your animals.

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Sluggoff lentils change the baiting landscape

Snail & slug control March 13, 2023



Sluggoff lentil bait is the leading product in Europe for slug and snail control. Since its release on the local market, Australian users have been amazed at the superior effectiveness in horticulture and broadacre situations, making them an emerging favourite here too.

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New weapon to hit weed seed banks

Merchandise March 12, 2023



A spur-of-the-moment decision to try a new weed control option in a paddock of Mace wheat last season has convinced northern WA wheatbelt grower Wade Parker that he has a new weapon to help reduce weed seed banks.

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Smarter fencing solution for all needs

Fencing, livestock handling & ID March 12, 2023



Australia is a diverse country, with a range of different ecosystems and landscapes to protect and nurture. Gallagher leads the market in offering an extensive product range that reflects the diversity of Australia’s environment and has a premium fencing and animal management solution for the needs of any property.

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A new and powerful view of the fence line

Fencing, livestock handling & ID March 12, 2023



Reality television shows might be all the go, but it’s the rise of smart technologies that is really giving farming customers an exciting view of their farms.

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Good times roll on but not a repeat of 2022

Commentary March 12, 2023



The “Good times” are set to continue for Australian agriculture, but a repeat of the “stand out” 2022 year are unlikely writes Stefan Vogel*.

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