grains Archives : Research for Agriculture

Canola hybrids bolster strong outcomes in face of global demand

As global demand for oilseed outstrips supply1, Aussie farmers are turning to new hybrids for greater flexibility, increased yields, and excellent weed control using multiple modes of action in order to meet the rising pressure for canola products.

Jun 16, 2021

crops, farm management, grains, news, research

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$1.4 billion whole grain findings could also help boost exports to Asia

New research from the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council (GLNC) will help increase whole grain consumption not just in Australia, but across Asia.

Jun 11, 2021

grains, news, research

More grain in the bin, more dollars in the pocket with harvester forums

Grain losses during harvesting equate to significant lost income for growers across Australia every year.

Sep 28, 2020

crops, grains

Be harvest prepared: the time is right to think about on-farm grain storage options

With many grain producers across NSW looking at an early and possibly bumper crop this spring, Local Land Services is offering two free webinars addressing on-farm storage options.

Sep 10, 2020

grains, news

Barley 2030: Anticipated trends in global consumption

The Australian barley industry should diversify its markets while continuing to engage with Chinese brewers and maltsters, according to a new report.

Sep 4, 2020

grains

Australian Grains Pest Innovation Program

Scientists are investigating novel technologies and management strategies to control insect pests in Australian grain crops through a new research initiative.

Sep 4, 2020

biosecurity, crops, grains

Check now for late brome germinations

Populations of the highly competitive weed brome grass have been reported as spreading in western Victoria and now is the time for grain growers to be scouting crops to check for late germinations.

Aug 31, 2020

biosecurity, crops, grains

North Queensland farmer wins 2020 Mark Donaldson Memorial Shield

A prestigious dryland grain growing award has gone to a North Queensland farmer for the first time in its history, with Burdekin grower David Williams taking home the honours.

Aug 18, 2020

crops, grains

Grains Australia launches with leaders on board

Five board directors with a combination of industry experience, knowledge and expertise have been appointed as the inaugural board to oversee the development of the new industry company, Grains Australia Ltd.

Aug 13, 2020

grains

Webinars target fungicide resistance in crops

Grain growers will have the opportunity to improve their knowledge of fungicide resistance issues over coming weeks, thanks to a series of webinars being delivered by the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN).

Jun 23, 2020

grains

Wheat harvest at Jeff Naumann's farm. Close-up of ripe wheat.

Simple way to have your say on grains research

Western Australian grain growers and industry representatives are invited to have direct input into the direction of grains research, development and extension (RD&E) by providing online feedback in June 2020.

Jun 17, 2020

grains, news, research

Growers urged to stop biosecurity threats at the gate

Grain growers are being urged to protect themselves and their operations by ensuring visitors reduce the risk of introducing new pests and diseases onto their properties.

Jun 17, 2020

biosecurity, grains, news