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Weed control bolsters profit in a variable climate
Greg Rummery, Outlook Ag delves into how fallow weed management stimulates a farming system transformation in a variable climate. Read More...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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Paddock Talk #21 Boosting knockdown efficacy and Impact of strategic tillage
Listen to two news items: Boosting knockdown efficacy + Impact of one-off tillage Read More...
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Using residuals to keep irrigation infrastructure and borders weed-free
A robust residual herbicide program on non-crop areas buys growers time in the peak periods and reduces weed numbers for routine maintenace. Read More...
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Resistance risk to eliminate herbicides on irrigated farms
While cotton paddocks are generally relatively weed-free, the incidence of glyphosate resistance continues to increase for several key weeds. Read More...
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Does weed detection and spot-spraying machinery pay off?
A new boomspray decision tool from WeedSmart is now available to test real-world spot-spraying technology options before spending any money. Read More...
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Research paper: Strategic tillage in Australian conservation agricultural systems to address soil constraints
Growers who understand the impacts of soil amelioration on weed demography, can better plan weed management strategies to apply after tillage. Read More...
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Research paper: Strategic tillage in conservation agricultural systems of north-eastern Australia
Experiments to quantify the risks and benefits to crop productivity, soil and environmental health of strategic tillage in no-till system. Read More...
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Is one-time tillage a weed control option in a no-till farming system?
One-off cultivation has multiple benefits within an otherwise no-till farming system, and soils recover quickly after a well-timed operation. Read More...