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Co-hosted by Peter Newman and Siobhon Eacott, the WeedSmart podcast features regular region updates and topical deep dives.

Co-hosted by Peter Newman and Siobhon Eacott, the WeedSmart podcast features regular region updates and topical deep dives.

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S07E13: Tackling brome and ryegrass in the Mallee at WeedSmart Week Mildura

In this podcast episode, we hear from some of the presenters for WeedSmart Week Mildura, as well as learn about the weed issues in the Mallee. Read More...
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S07E12: Regional Update – Phil Smyth, Agronomist, Coorow, WA

Nutrien Agronomist Phil Smyth joins us on the Regional Update this week. Phil is based in Coorow, Western Australia and farmers in his region have had a good start to the season this year. Read More...
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S07E11: Dealing with stress on the farm and resistance testing wins

Owen Catto from The Regional Men’s Health Initiative joins us to share some tips on dealing with stress and we hear from Tim Boyes on resistance testing wins. Read More...
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S07E10: Regional Update – Giles Kearsley, Agronomist, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia

Giles provides an update on how floods in January have impacted growers and an overview on how pre-emergent herbicides have performed. Read More...
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S07E09: How smart phase farming can increase yield and a resistance status update

On this podcast, find out about the benefits of smart phase farming and we also get a resistance status update. Read More...
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S07E08: Regional Update – Sam Simons, Agronomist, Moree, NSW

Moree agronomist, Sam Simons joins us on this Regional Update. Milk thistle is becoming a problematic weed for locals and they'll need to be mindful of it going forward.  Read More...
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S07E07: Competitive and profitable crops from fixing sub-soil acidity

Using soil amelioration to fix sub-soil acidity can lead to huge yield and profit gains. Read More...
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S07E06: Regional Update – Lance Turner, Farmer, East Pingelly, WA

East Pingelly grain farmer Lance Turner joins us on the Regional Update podcast and says it's a great time to consider a double knock. Read More...
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S07E05: Adapting spray tactics from summer to autumn pays off

On this edition of the podcast, we’re focusing on getting spraying right. As we move from Summer to Autumn, it’s a good time to consider what spray practices are being implemented and to consider what practical changes might be worthwhile. Read More...

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