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National herbicide resistance survey data
One-stop location for herbicide resistance data from national weed surveys in Australian broadacre cropping systems. Read More...
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S11E13: Beyond Resistance – Facing the Knockdown Challenge with Mitch Allen
Australian farmers are facing a period of adjustment to adapt knockdown strategies for up-front weed control at seeding, but we're not on the ropes yet! Read More...
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S11E12: Regional Update – Ted Langley, Bordertown, SA
Ted aims to hit all of the WeedSmart Big 6 tactics in his weed control operation. Soil health is one of his main priorities, and the lighter soils on the farm have been ameliorated twice. 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...
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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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Paddock Talk #22 Residuals in non-crop areas and Manage summer weeds in spring
Listen to two news items: Residual herbicides for no-crop areas + Managing summer weeds in winter and spring Read More...
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Does ambient temperature affect herbicide performance?
Applying herbicides outside the optimal temperature range can contribute to a spray failure, even in susceptible populations. Read More...
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S11E6: Regional Update – Joe Koch, Flinders Ranges, SA
Joe and his family run a mixed "crops and chops" operation in separate high and low rainfall zones. With a rare wet start under their belts, they've been faced with higher numbers of ryegrass, barley grass, marshmallow weed, capeweed and milk thistle! 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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Fighting Fleabane!
Replay this webinar for a cross-country look at what is and isn’t working for fleabane control in each growing region. Read More...
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S11E4: Regional Update – Will Woolcock, Emerald, QLD
Will gives advice on fallow and in-crop chemistry and cautions growers against an over-reliance on glyphosate and glufosinate. He'd recommend looking into strategic tillage and crop rotations! Read More...