Videos
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The economics of weeds — what they cost and the benefits of managing them effectively
In this webinar, we discuss the yield reduction weeds are responsible for and what a well-planned rotation for weed management can make a farming business. Read More...
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Combating resistant annual ryegrass in northern farming systems
In this webinar, we discuss the practical strategies to prevent and manage incursions of resistant annual ryegrass populations in northern cropping systems. Read More...
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The fate of herbicide residues in soil – why it matters and what research is telling us
Learn about the effect herbicide residues may have on soil microbial activity and on the establishment and growth of crops following the fallow, even after the plant back period. Read More...
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Beating barley grass despite resistance and dormancy challenges
Learn how to control barley grass despite increasing dormancy and resistance challenges. Read More...
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Combat Velocity® resistant wild radish with the WeedSmart Big 6
AHRI researcher Dr Roberto Busi explains in this webinar how he discovered Velocity® resistant wild radish populations in two paddocks in the northern Wheatbelt of Western Australia. Read More...
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No survivors – weed control in cotton, what does it look like in 2022?
Research Agronomist Eric Koetz and WeedSmart Northern Extension Agronomist Paul McIntosh discuss key weed control challenges cotton growers are facing. Read More...
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Making Every Drop(let) Count – An International Perspective on Spraying Efficiencies
WeedSmart southern extension agronomist Chris Davey and Canadian spray technology expert Tom Wolf discuss efficient and effective spray application. Read More...
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First cases of glyphosate and paraquat resistant ryegrass in WA
For the first time in Western Australia, annual ryegrass from a cropped paddock was found to be resistant to glyphosate and paraquat. Read More...
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S-Metolachlor usage in the northern region
WeedSmart's Paul McIntosh and Syngenta Field Biology Manager Rob Battaglia discuss how S-metolachlor works, its efficacy, and what potential resistance problems might be around the corner. Read More...
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Get out there and take a resistance test this harvest!
In this WeedSmart Shorts video, Western Extension Agronomist Peter Newman and Southern Extension Agronomist Chris Davey explain the differences between random and selected resistance testing results. They also explain why it's important to get resistance testing done and provide an update on the latest resistance survey data. Read More...
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Herbicide resistant hot-spots revealed in the most recent ryegrass survey
Professor Chris Preston explains where the herbicide resistant hot-spots are for herbicide resistance in ryegrass and provides some sage advice around how to get the most out of old and new chemistries. Read More...
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Can intercropping help with weed management?
Diverse rotations are a key aspect of the Big 6 and intercropping, despite its challenges, can provide opportunities for improving soils, weeds and risk management. Read More...