Resources
Video
Optical spray has a good fit in CQ
Kurt Mayne has been impressed with the benefits that have come with the addition of a WEED-IT to their weed control program. Read More...
Ask an Expert
Can multi-species planting provide effective weed control?
Some crops simply don’t have a competitive edge, but a multi-species planting might offer extra punch to smother weeds. Read More...
News
Investigate adverse experiences when using herbicides
Good records and proper investigation can hone in on the cause of unexpected results such as crop injury or poor weed control. Read More...
Video
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...
Podcast
S06E38: Regional Update – Jana Dixon, WeedSmart HRZ Extension Agronomist, Clare, SA
This is our last Southern Regional Update for the year! Our WeedSmart High Rainfall Zone Agronomist, Jana Dixon, joins us to provide a regional update on Clare, South Australia and surrounds.
We also chat about what growers need to think about when it comes to planning around potential chemical shortages. Read More...
Podcast
S06E37: Controlling late season weeds and driving down the weed seedbank
After couple of good years of rain in the Southern Region, weeds like ryegrass are popping up through the crop. So how do we deal with them? Read More...
Case Study
Jamie and Susie Grant, Jimbour Qld
Proactive use of automated optical weed detection technology, allows continuous spraying and treating smaller and smaller weeds. Read More...
Video
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...