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Paddock Talk #18 Group 2 stewardship and Breaking the imi-spiral

March 15, 2026
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Cindy Benjamin

Welcome to WeedSmart Paddock Talk Episode #18

Featuring insights from Sarah Wilson, senior technical services specialist with Syngenta and Chris Davey, WeedSmart extension agronomist (SA).

Take a listen…

For more details, you can read these WeedSmart resources:

How can I avoid getting stuck in an imi herbicide cycle?

Imi-resistance: Dealing with broadleaf weeds (South Australian perspective)

Always read the label and check with your local agronomist for advice to suit your situation.

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