Extra canola weed control tools now easing concerns
NEW herbicide options are expanding the weed control toolbox for canola growers, helping to alleviate some of the concern over herbicide...
Brassica veggie growers targeting improved pest control, yields, quality
IN the heart of brassica growing country in the Werribee region of Victoria, diamondback (DBM) moth is a pest you simply cannot take your eye off...
Local trials guiding most effective fungicide decisions in SA
THE power of local research trials to assist crop management decisions is well recognised and has become a key tool for the team at Growers...
Trial shows smart approach to critical grape insect and disease control
Scale and mealybug populations have been escalating in various wine regions, posing concerns for vine vascular health and related diseases.
Croppers ready for disease with better fungicide arsenal
HAVING another weapon in the arsenal against crop disease that already is proven in battle provides strong confidence to growers facing another...
Latest almond fungicides show strength amid product restrictions
WIDER restrictions on the use of some traditional fungicides for almond growers in recent times is shining a light on newer fungicides that also...
Powerful tank mix partner improving broadleaf weed control
HERBICIDE tank mix partners designed to boost control of treatments against weeds are becoming a stronger option for many growers to help manage...
Growers brace for disease with extra fungicide options
HIGH crop disease pressure in various agriculture regions last year has many growers on high alert this cropping season.
Dual insecticide answers grapevine scale concerns
Trivor, developed by ADAMA Australia
‘Old foes’ reappear with improved conditions
A few ‘old foes’ in the form of powdery mildew, net blotches in barley and stripe rust in wheat reappeared in 2020 alongside improved seasonal...