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Here you’ll find expert columns answering questions about weed control concepts and news updates on the latest information on herbicide resistance and weed control.
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Mothvine and automated spraying in the spotlight on WeedSmart irrigated agriculture tour
Those who joined the irrigated study tour on WeedSmart Week day 3 were treated to an inside peek at two of Griffith’s most unique set-ups: Go.Farm’s commercial almond orchard and DPIRD NSW’s grape and citrus research farm. Read More...
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WeedSmart’s health and safety check-up
Alex Thomas urged the 2026 WeedSmart Week crowd to look beyond health and safety compliance and focus on ‘keeping people alive and well’ on farms. Read More...
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Stop Johnson grass before it is a perennial problem
Johnson grass plants are best controlled when they first establish from seed, before they develop extensive rhizomes. 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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Green-on-green spot-spraying technology and its regulation
Site-specific application opens up additional opportunities for new herbicides to be commercialised and expanded use pattern registrations. Read More...
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McFadyen family, Lake Cargelligo NSW
Here you’ll find expert columns answering questions about weed control concepts and news updates on the latest information on herbicide resistance and weed control....
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Rhys and Joel Curr, Trundle NSW
The Curr family, Trundle NSW are implementing an integrated weed management strategy as they expand their area of cropland. Read More...
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Jason and Stacey Coleman, Temora NSW
Using the WeedSmart Big 6 strategy, the Colemans are keeping weed numbers low and reducing the impact of herbicide resistance on their farm. Read More...