News
Control the controllables in mixed farming systems
Andrew McFadyen says that having a rotation plan with built-in flexibility is beneficial in both mixed and continuous cropping operations. Read More...
Fact Sheet
Research paper: From glyphosate resistance to resilience with IWM
An IWM program achieving 80% weed seed control efficacy reduced the cost of gaining glyphosate resistance by up to AUD 18.0 per hectare. Read More...
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National survey quantifies herbicide resistance in key weeds
Dr John Broster says the results of the 2020 national survey confirms rising resistance to several important herbicides in key grass weeds. Read More...
News
Regulating automation in crop protection application
Dr Rohan Rainbow says productivity gains are driving demand for precision targeted crop protection application technologies in Australia. Read More...
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Using paraquat and diquat wisely and well
The APVMA review of 'quat' herbicides will drive further research into their effective use and innovation in alternative weed control tactics. Read More...
Podcast
S11E11: Regional Update – Charlie Mitton & Ted O’Rafferty, Forbes, NSW
In this episode of Regional Update, we're joined by two agronomists from the central west area of New South Wales: Charlie Mitton from Baker Ag Advantage and Ted O’Rafferty from AGnVET. Read More...
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WeedSmart Week 2026 guest speakers
WeedSmart Week 2026 in Griffith, NSW, is bringing together a wealth of knowledge from innovative growers, leading agronomists and industry experts. Read on to meet this year's incredible guest speakers! Read More...
Podcast
S11E10: Beyond Resistance – Recent Resistance Research Results with Roberto Busi & Peter Boutsalis
In this episode of Beyond Resistance, we're joined by herbicide resistance researchers Roberto Busi and Peter Boutsalis for a run-down of their latest resistance testing results. Read More...
News
WeedSmart Big 6 focus tactic: Strategic tillage
Infrequent cultivation implemented purposefully to renovate and refresh soils can boost crop competitiveness and impact the weed seedbank. Read More...
Podcast
S11E9: Beyond Resistance – De-mystifying MRLs with Gordon Cumming & Paul McIntosh
Australia has one of the most trusted chemical regulatory frameworks in the world and in this podcast, we aim to de-mystify how the maximum residue limit (MRL) system underpins our access to global markets. Read More...
Podcast
S11E8: Regional Update – Kurt Mayne, Rolleston, QLD
Kurt's a big believer in using every tool in the Big 6 toolbox for weed control. In addition to crop rotation, he also aims for zero weed seed set and uses harvest weed seed control. Read More...
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WeedSmart Week study tour inspired change
Study tour group returned to SA from WeedSmart Week 2025 determined to implement large and small weed management changes. Read More...