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Are we gaining ground against herbicide resistant weeds?
Random weed surveys show an upward trajectory in the percentage of samples with resistance to a suite of common herbicides. Read More...
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Resistant ryegrass found in summer crops and further north than ever
Annual ryegrass is germinating in summer crops and fallows in south-eastern Australia, already carrying resistance to many common herbicides. Read More...
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Stop ryegrass in its tracks: First step is to prevent seed set
Bec and Ash Marshall have seen the benefits of resistance testing and implementing tactics that drive down weed numbers fast. Read More...
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Beating herbicide resistant weeds in the Northern region
Attend WeedSmart Week in Dalby on 7 and 8 February for practical insights into tactics that are proven to keep herbicide resistance at bay. Read More...
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Nutrien Ag Solutions invests in WeedSmart
WeedSmart values the vital role of agronomists in keeping sustainable herbicide use at the forefront of modern agricultural practice. Read More...
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Caution required when retaining rain-affected seed
To avoid poor germination and low vigour crops, retain seed from fertile paddocks and avoid diseased, sprouted or weather-damaged grain. Read More...
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WeedSmart Week returns to Queensland
Growers and agronomists are invited to attend WeedSmart Week when the event returns to Queensland in February 2023. Read More...
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Best seed, best establishment, fewer weeds
Sowing large canola seed, regardless of the cultivar, is key to strong early crop growth and the crop’s ability to compete with weeds. Read More...
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WeedSmart Big 6 for Mallee farms in NSW, Vic and SA
Get started with the WeedSmart Big 6 tailored for the Mallee region. Read More...
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Testing for herbicide susceptibility and resistance
Testing weeds for herbicide susceptibility and resistance can save growers thousands of dollars, making the investment of a few hundred in testing very worthwhile. Read More...
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Herbicide stewardship pioneer named WeedSmart Legend
Kevin Morthorpe (Gentech Pioneer) was recognised for his invaluable role in establishing and promoting herbicide stewardship programs. Read More...
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Stacked tolerance traits rely on diversity for success
Herbicide tolerance technology can not stand alone. It must be protected through proper stewardship and a diverse weed management plan. Read More...
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Velocity resistance flags the value of herbicide resistance testing pre-harvest
High-level resistance to Velocity is confirmed in wild radish. Test survivor weeds this season. Read More...
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Australian grain growers tackle herbicide resistance
Australian grain growers are responding to the challenge of increasing herbicide resistance in weeds through the adoption of IWM practices. Read More...
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Preserving herbicide chemistry long-term
The program is set for WeedSmart Week 2022 in Mildura. You can take advantage of the great value 'early bird' pricing before the end of July to attend this flagship event in the Mallee. Read More...