There have already been reports of stripe rust in the south-east SA – no surprise given the carryover from last year. ... Read More
In-season frost management
With a few frosts already occurring, prepare yourself for what might still be to come! Make sure you can identify frost ... Read More
Cereal disease strategy
Blotches in barley, and septoria in wheat have already been detected in early sown crops. Be proactive with fungicide ... Read More
Achieving an effective fallow
Maximse the benefits of chemical fallow by timely spraying of weeds to preserve moisture for next year’s crop. VIEW ... Read More
Grass spraying in pulses/canola
Early sown canola and pulse crops will need a grass spray ASAP. Aim to control ryegrass prior to tillering to maximise ... Read More
Investing in nitrogen – 2023 season
This year is looking like a $5.60 return per dollar spent on nitrogen for wheat (also known as the benefit:cost ratio) … ... Read More
Broadleaf spraying cereals
As the cold drizzly weather (hopefully!) sets in, broadleaf winter weeds will start germinating. Early sown cereal crops ... Read More
Yield vs price break even points
What yield/price do I need to cover expenses? Have a close look at the total cost to grow a crop, and compare ... Read More
Controlling declared weed species
Farmers must control declared weed species on their farm. View the guide to controlling declared weed species in South ... Read More
Check on plant establishment
Is my crop sown at the appropriate plant density? Marginal sowing conditions and varied seed size from last year has ... Read More