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April 2024

Agritech is an integral part of farming, and there is huge potential for it to create efficiencies on-farm. We recently worked with Bayer and local farmers to trial FieldView technology. This article...

February 2024

While there is always a level of risk around sowing, one of the ways farmers can manage their risk is through dry sowing.

February 2024

Herbicide resistance can be expensive, both in terms of yield loss and the time and cost of alternative controls. So how can you identify and manage the risks on your farm?

December 2023

Harvest is a long haul and safety and well-being need to always take priority.

November 2023

It's important to plan ahead when it comes to managing heavy stubble loads. Start preparing for next year now.

August 2023

This article raises the issue of pesticide resistance and considers what we can do as farmers to prevent it developing in our systems.

August 2023

Wet conditions in spring increases the risk of fungal diseases.

July 2023

Things to consider when comparing optical spray technology.

May 2023

Monitoring current weed populations and pre-emergent herbicide efficacy can help farmers identify weed control failures or escapes and plan alternative strategies.

April 2023

How to use grazing crops to minimise risk and maximise return.

April 2023

Mice are becoming a more persistent problem in the Riverine Plains, with monitoring, on-farm hygiene, and integrated management the keys to success.

March 2023

A brief introduction on how to identify and control slug populations in the Riverine Plains region.

February 2023

Summer and early autumn provides an opportunity for Riverine Plains farmers to treat soil constraints, such as acidity and sodicity, between winter crops. So, what are the issues to consider?

January 2023

Riverine Plains will host Sykesy’s Buraja Meeting on Wednesday 1 February, 2023.

January 2023

Preventing spray drift is important for maxmising spray efficiency and minimising risk of crop damage.

December 2022

Tips for storing grain when it is harvested at higher than recommended moisture.

November 2022

Discussing the options for getting the canola crop off safely this year.

October 2022

Factors to consider when making a decision to windrow or direct-head canola.

October 2022

Given the significant flood and wind damage experienced across the Riverine Plains, complex decisions may need to be made about what to do with affected crops. This blog talks about taking the time...

October 2022

The wet season and disease issues means many pulse growers may be contemplating what to do next with their crops. This blog talks about brown or green manuring of pulses, for increased fertility and...

September 2022

Nitrogen is the single biggest cause of the yield gap in Australia, with this gap often being bigger in high production years. This article talks about nitrogen management in the context of high...

August 2022

The rust strains in circulation can change from year to year, with some varieties susceptible to one strain but not another. This article discusses stripe, leaf and stem rust and highlights the...

June 2022

Assessing the risk and impact of slugs.

August 2020

The Riverine Plains In-Season Update was held online during August 2020, providing farmers with an opportunity to discuss likely issues this spring.