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Got a question or topic you're interested in? Send us a text!As our farming environment changes with our management, so to do the plant populations growing across our landscape.  Gazania, a long-term weed within Australia is taking advantage of harsher summers competing well where water is a scarce resource.  Ali Bajwa, weed researcher and Senior Lecturer in Weed Science and Agronomy with @LaTrobe university is aiming to nip gazania in the bud with @GRDC research project (GRDC Code: ULA2402-002RTX).  WeedSmart Extension Agronomist, Chris Davey, introduces the foundation for this GRDC NGN project, putting grower funds to work on preventing gazania from as a hard-to-control weed becoming established in paddock situations.Ali Bajwa describes progress and applicable trial work for managing gazania within broadacre situations, citing prevention is better than the cure.  Coordinated approaches between public and private land managers need to be vigilant from letting this 'pretty and hardy garden escapee' from becoming a persistent perennial stealing precious soil water.  @A1Bajwa @SABE_LaTrobe and @LaTrobe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-bajwa-686b5a37/ Mallee Sustainable Farming: https://msfp.org.au/gazania-wars-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-tackling-a-persistent-weed/Technical Experts:  Deep Dive Review Paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/14/6/915Learn more about WeedSmart by visiting our website. Don't forget you can follow us on Twitter too.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge discusses water repellency in sandy soils with Professor David Henry from Murdoch University. They delve into the chemistry behind non-wetting soils, seasonal behaviors, and various solutions. They discuss topics from the 101 Soils Questions book, as well as touching on topics like the impact of crop rotations, the effectiveness of wetting agents, and new projects focusing on developing predictive tools and cost-benefit analyses for different soil management techniques. 00:00 Introduction to Water Repellent Soils 00:43 Meet the Expert: Professor David Henry 01:58 Understanding Soil Water Repellency 03:04 Seasonal Variations and Farmer Experiences 04:39 Innovative Solutions and Techniques 05:52 Current Research and Future Directions 07:22 Field Studies and Case Analyses 09:43 Conclusion and Resources For more information on this topic, visit the Soils Connect website. This podcast was supported by the South Australian Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT) as part of the project Enhancing farmer knowledge of soil function to improve management outcomes. Thanks to Professor David Henry from the Centre for Sustainable Farming Systems at Murdoch University for joining us, and to GRDC for supporting ongoing research into practical solutions for managing soil water repellency.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian distilling industry could be worth a billion dollars to the Australian economy if a co-ordinated strategy and industry organisation is established, the Grains Research and Development Corporation has just launched a $47 million dollar weed management initiative and a superabundance of Mallee looper moths at Gluepot Reserve is causing concern over the insects impact on the ecosystem and wildlife.

The Country Hour broadcasts live from the latest GRDC update in Adelaide, Commonwealth Bank Analyst Dennis Voznesenski looks at global grain prices and possible tariff impacts, and researchers looking into whether artificial intelligence help grow more grain.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge sits down with Dr Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), to discuss soil amelioration practices in Western Australia. Stephen, who has over 20 years of experience working in the Northern Greenbelt of WA, shares insights into tackling soil challenges like water-repellent sands through deep ripping, mouldboard ploughing, spading, and more. This episode provides practical advice, the evolution of WA soil management techniques, and the impact of various methods on soil health and crop yield, acknowledging that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.  Stay tuned for part two, where the discussion continues into more agronomic decisions crucial for successful soil amelioration. 00:00 Introduction to Soil Amelioration 00:17 Stephen Davies' Background and Experience 00:50 Challenges and Solutions in Soil Management 03:49 Deep Ripping and Soil Inversion Techniques 05:42 Adoption and Impact of Soil Amelioration 09:46 Strategic Tillage and Long-Term Benefits 14:36 Balancing Tillage with Sustainability 17:29 Conclusion and Future Prospects Useful links from Dr Stephen Davies work Agronomy Conference 2024 paper Crop establishment following amelioration PDF Follow Dr Stephen Davies on X @SteveDsoilsciWA This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund projects ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices' and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops'.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of the MSF Farm Talk podcast featuring Dr. Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at DPIRD in WA, the focus is on agronomy practices following soil amelioration. The discussion covers methods for effective crop establishment, seeding techniques, and the use of longer coleoptile wheat varieties to improve productivity on freshly ameliorated soils. Dr. Davies also shares insights into the challenges and strategies for managing these soils to ensure successful crop growth. The episode wraps up with considerations on seed rates and the benefits of strategic planning for future planting seasons. We would like to acknowledge that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.  00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One 00:28 Agronomy After Amelioration 00:50 Crop Establishment Strategies 03:17 Seeding Techniques and Equipment 05:12 Long Coleoptile Wheat Benefits 08:04 Challenges and Solutions in Crop Establishment 10:09 Conclusion and Future Insights This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund project ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices' and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops'.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk Podcast, SARDI Climate Scientist Peter Hayman and CSIRO Research Agronomist Kenton Porker discuss the significant challenges and key decisions faced by farmers during the 2024 season. They delve into the complexities brought by extreme weather conditions, including frost events and seeding strategies, and reflect on what tactics proved effective. The conversation covers techniques like deep sowing, interpreting forecasts, and understanding risk management to guide future farming decisions. Listen in to gain valuable insights on making informed agronomic choices amidst uncertainty. 00:00 Introduction to the 2024 Season Challenges 01:00 Weather Patterns and Frost Events 04:18 Seeding Strategies and Farmer Decisions 07:13 Lessons Learned and Future Outlook 07:32 Reflecting on Frost and Water Stress 12:16 Planning for the Next Season 17:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC project, 'Applying current knowledge to inform, grow decision-making to mitigate the impact of frost now and in the future'.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host Paige Cross and Weed Smart agronomist Chris Davey (CD) in this episode of the MSF Farm Talk Podcast as they discuss the GRDC field day focused on optimising soil amelioration efficiency. CD explores how weeds can indicate underlying soil health issues and shares various soil amelioration techniques to mitigate weed pressure. The conversation also touches on crop competition, soil health improvement strategies, and considerations for future growing seasons, particularly in the context of dry conditions. This episode is full of practical advice for long-term weed management and crop success. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:52 Exploring Soil Amelioration Techniques 01:33 Understanding Soil Health Through Weeds 05:08 Strategies for Soil Amelioration and Weed Management 11:11 Considerations for Dry Seasons and Future Planning 14:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC NGN project 'Optimising soil amelioration costs in typical Mallee soils'.  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF FarmTalk podcast, host Kylie Matthewson discusses the issue of acid soils affecting farms in the Mallee region with David Woodard, a soils consultant from Primary Industries and Regions in South Australia. They explore how acid soils impact productivity, the use of gypsum and lime in soil treatment, and the different results from long-term soil trials at Lameroo. David goes through the benefits of early action, how higher lime rates and clay spreading can effectively manage soil pH levels, and addresses the challenges posed by rising input costs and dry seasons. David also shares where listeners can find more information about these long-term lime trials and their results. 00:00 Introduction to the MSF Talk Podcast 00:16 Understanding Acid Soils 00:49 Trial Insights and Results 01:50 Lime and Gypsum: Differences and Applications 03:00 Managing Soil Acidity: Techniques and Observations 04:33 Economic Considerations for Farmers 06:20 Long-term Benefits and Future Prospects 07:36 Resources and Conclusion Acid Soils Resources Acid Soils SA website GRDC Resources GRDC update paper Soil acidification factsheet This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC. project development and extension to close the economic you'd gap and maximise farming systems benefits for grain leg in production in south Australia.  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Better Frost Decisions podcast, Tanja Morgan discusses advanced frost management techniques with Chaiyya Cooper, a Research Scientist from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Western Australia. Chaiyya explains the impact of ice-nucleating bacteria on frost damage in crops and shares new findings on products being tested to mitigate this risk. Discover how these research efforts could transform frost damage management for growers and where to find more information on this groundbreaking study. 00:00 Introduction to Frost Management 00:53 Interview with Chaiyya Cooper 01:12 Understanding Ice Nucleating Bacteria 03:31 Research on Frost Management Products 05:29 Field Trials and Future Research 07:36 Conclusion and Further Information The following links have more information on ice nucleating bacteria  Agronomy Conference Proceedings  GRDC publications This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC project 'Applying current knowledge to inform, grower decision-making to mitigate the impact of frost now and in the future'. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, Paige Cross converses with Peter Boutsalis from Plant Science Consulting on the intricate challenges of managing weeds during one of the driest years on record in Southern Australia. The discussion delves into the complexities of herbicide resistance, especially concerning ryegrass and broadleaf weeds, and emphasises the importance of strategic weed management tactics such as residual herbicides, resistance testing, and soil moisture conservation. Peter provides valuable insights and practical advice on assessing resistance, managing costs, and employing long-term weed control strategies for the upcoming seasons. 00:00 Introduction to Weed Management Challenges 00:34 Meet the Expert: Peter Boutsalis 02:00 Current Weed Challenges in Southern Australia 04:15 Ryegrass and Other Problematic Weeds 06:30 Strategies for Effective Weed Management 07:00 Sampling and Testing for Herbicide Resistance 10:25 Impact of Residual Herbicides and Dry Conditions 12:51 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 14:49 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC project 'Demonstration of summer fallow weed management strategies to reduce input costs in soils of the Wentworth region'.  For more info on the project visit the MSF project page click here For more info on Herbicide Resistance Testing visit Plant Science Consulting  Other useful resources - Kondinin Group Research Report June 2024 Managing Weeds and Pests During DroughtSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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‘Farm Systems' or ‘Grower Groups' play a pivotal part in our farming landscape.    Of these, Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) is the pinnacle.    Providing large-scale, in-season crop & pasture production trials, the latest research intelligence and important production improvement training to progressive farmers across Victoria's Wimmera & Mallee for over 30 years, BCG is one of our nation's major contributors to in-paddock production advancement.    Perhaps equally important is the community assembled, the farm management support provided, the collaboration now possible, and the knowledge-sharing and the boundary-pushing outcomes achieved for bringing many hundreds of passionate, forward-thinking farm owners together.    In this episode, I speak with Harm van Rees, a legend and gentleman of our industry, who has been part of the BCG story since its inception.    With BCG Founders Ian McLelland and John Ferrier, and as an independent agronomist for over 30 years, Harm has pioneered countless research and extension projects that help farming families push the boundaries of production. He has consulted directly to many hundreds of farming families over his career, and travelled the world on behalf of GRDC, CSIRO and other research institutes always with a dedication to pushing production boundaries.    Farm Owners Academy is proud to be partnering with leading Grower Groups across Australia, and bringing our business education and coaching capability to their communities. If you are part of a leading Grower or Farming Systems Group in Australia or New Zealand, please reach out to us here to explore opportunities to collaborate.    I hope this discussion with Harm van Rees does both his important career and the BCG story justice.    To CEO Fiona Best and the entire BCG team, and on behalf of our industry (if I may be so bold), I want to say thank you, well done and congratulations on your passion, dedication and support to Australian Farming Families.    Thank you Harm, wonderful to connect, and here's to a positive finish to this production season!    Jeremy Hutchings & the Farm Owners Academy Team    P.S. If you're looking to tackle stress and improve your well-being, we have just released our FREE 2024 Edition of The Low-Stress Farmer's Handbook. Discover essential strategies for reducing stress, avoiding burnout, and building resilience. It's packed with practical advice tailored to farmers' unique challenges . Click here to get your copy now: Download the Handbook. 

In this episode of MSF Farm Talk, Tanja Morgan speaks with Barry Mudge, a Port Germain farmer involved in the GRDC Risk-Wise Project, about the critical nature of understanding production costs and managing risks in low rainfall environments. They review discussions held with the Lowbank Ag Bureau and delve into Barry's expertise in growing and harvesting lentils amidst challenging conditions. Key topics include the importance of cost management, adapting practices for risk mitigation, leveraging historical rainfall data, and practical tips for successful lentil harvesting. This episode is supported by GRDC investments in RiskWi$e and Grain Legume Production projects. 00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode 00:22 Meeting Insights with Lowbank Ag Bureau 01:33 Understanding Cost of Production 02:44 Risk Management in Low Rainfall Environments 04:16 Harvesting Lentils: Tips and Techniques 06:59 Comparing Crop Production Costs 07:40 Conclusion and Acknowledgements For more information on RiskWi$e click here For more information on the SA Grain Legume Production project click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Tanja Morgan discusses the potential of long coleoptile varieties with Terese McBeath from CSIRO and Andrew Ware, Research Agronomist with EPAG Research. The conversation covers recent research findings from trials in the Mallee and Eyre Peninsula regions, focusing on soil types, seeding strategies, and optimizing conditions for long coleoptile varieties. Tune in to learn how this technology could enhance your farming system, improve emergence outcomes, and stay ahead with the latest agricultural innovations. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:14 Exploring Long Coleoptile Varieties 00:57 Research Findings from Trial Sites 02:17 Soil Type and Seeding Strategies 04:47 Seeding Setup and Fertilizer Placement 05:50 Current Trials and Observations 07:21 Grower Experiences and Future Prospects 11:13 Conclusion and Further Information This podcast has been brought to you as part of the ‘Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms' project through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. We would also like to acknowledge the GRDC project "Integrating long coleoptile wheat into Australian farming systems through an integrated understanding of genetics, management and environment" For more info click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the 2024 growing season, some Western Australian growers are chasing moisture deeper than ever before, by successfully planting conventional wheat varieties down to around 60 to 80mm.   This new thinking stems from positive findings from long coleoptile wheat (LCW) research. In this podcast, we hear from Tammin-based grower, Simon York, and SLR agriculture CEO Michael Lamond, on the benefits LCW will have accessing deep moisture and the success growers are having with planting conventional varieties deep this year.  There's currently a four-year national GRDC investment underway to provide growers with the knowledge and tools to integrate long coleoptile wheat into their farming systems once the genetics become commercially available.   The $12.7 million investment is being led by CSIRO along with research partners including the University of Melbourne, NSW Department of Primary Industries, QLD Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, SLR Agriculture, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, the University of South Australia and EPAG Research. Image courtesy of ABC Midwest Wheatbelt/Jo Prendergast Download the transcript for this episode Contact Michael Lamond  SLR Agriculture michael.lamond@slragriculture.com.au More information GroundCover – GRDC announces $12.7M project for long coleoptile wheat GRDC Code: CSP2212-007RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the Lake Grace area, grower Ed Naisbitt has been growing lupins on the family farm for 40 years. It was a crop initially established by his father, and one that has remained a constant in the rotation as the years have gone by.  Ed is a part of the cohort of 'Legume Leaders' that has been established by the Grower Group Alliance, with investment from GRDC. These leaders are sharing their insights on the various legume crops over a seven-part series throughout 2024.  In this episode, Ed tells us about why he has stuck with lupins for four decades and the many benefits they bring to his farming operation. Download the transcript for this episode Contact Ed Naisbitt, Grower naisbitt2@bigpond.com More information Grower Group Alliance – Closing the economic yield gap of grain legumes in WA Airtable – Legume Leader bios and contact details GRDC Code: GGA2110-002SAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long coleoptile wheat (LCW) varieties are proving to be a good insurance policy to ensure emergence in ameliorated soil.   This is one of the many positive findings so far from the national $12.7m GRDC investment to help Australian growers integrate long coleoptile wheat into their farming systems once the genetics are commercially available.  In this podcast, we hear from Dr Stephen Davies from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and the CSIRO's Dr Greg Rebetzke on the trial results and insights on how long coleoptile wheat varieties can improve establishment in ameliorated soils.  This four-year long coleoptile wheat project, made possible with GRDC investment, is being led by CSIRO along with research partners including the University of Melbourne, New South Wales Department of Primary Industries, Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, SLR Agriculture, DPIRD, the University of South Australia, and EPAG research. Download the transcript for this episode Contact  Dr Greg Rebetzke greg.rebetzke@csiro.au Dr Stephen Davies stephen.davies@dprid.wa.gov.au More information GroundCover – GRDC announces $12.7M project for long coleoptile wheat GRDC Code: CSP2212-007RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Conway is an Agricultural Engineer working with the GRDC Grain Storage Extension Team and Control Unlimited and is dedicated to improving grain storage research and development for growers and industry. He has always had a strong passion in the harvest and post-harvest management area of research with practical skills gained Australia wide and overseas. Email Alex at Alex@storedgrain.com.au

The use of a structured approach within a NSW dairying business to assist with decision making and risk management, is discussed this month with Kay Smith from Bulahdelah. The Smiths have been operating a family dairy business for over 40 years and 5 years ago, faced with a number of challenges, were weighing up their future options. One of these involved a significant change to the business requiring a lot of capital investment and risk. Kay introduces us to the business and steps us through their reason for creating their advisory group, how they set it up and how it assisted them in getting to where they are today. We would like to thank the NSW Farm Business Resilience Program for their support in the production of this episode. This program encourages best practice knowledge sharing to highlight the social and economic benefits with forward planning and investment.Links to useful resources related to this podcast:GRDC publication “Farm Decision Making”This podcast is an initiative of the NSW DPI Dairy Business Advisory Unit It is brought to you in partnership the Hunter Local Land ServicesPlease share this podcast with your fellow farmers and colleagues and feel free to contact us with suggestions or comments via this email address thebusinessofdairy@gmail.comFurther NSW DPI Dairy channels to follow and subscribe to include:NSW DPI Dairy Facebook pageDPI Intensive Livestock Twitter feedNSW DPI Dairy NewsletterTranscript hereProduced by Video LiftThe information discussed in this podcast are for informative and educational purposes only and do not constitute advice. 

Innovations like biotechnology, plant breeding and digital tools have led to transformational changes in agriculture – improving yields, food security, environmental sustainability and human health. As a leading brand for crop protection and seeds, Bayer Crop Science consistently invests more in innovation, discovery and R&D than others in the global agriculture sector. While much of this work is done in labs and fields around the world, it has direct and tangible impacts for farmers in Australia and New Zealand, helping them grow food and fibre more productively and sustainably. Show notes Our host Ed Gannon is joined by Dr Bob Reiter, Head of Research and Development (global) and Chris Staff, Head of Customer Marketing (Australia/New Zealand). • [02:15] Just how big is the R&D budget for Bayer Crop Science? • [04:12] How important is R&D for the agriculture sector? • [05:05] What does Bayer invest in, and why? • [05:57] Bayer's largest spend: breeding. • [09:00] The role of growers in the development and adoption of new innovations. • [09:41] The development of digital weed management. • [14:50] How does Bayer decide what problems to tackle with R&D investment? • [16:10] How long is the pipeline for new R&D, from idea to implementation? • [17:17] Bayer spends between 5 and 10% of their R&D investment on digital. What areas are currently being focused on? • [19:40] The launch and role of Fieldview in Australia: measuring and managing crops. • [24:30] The role of AI in R&D, and for farmers. • [26:32] The importance of not operating in isolation: working with grower organisations in Australia (Herbicide Innovation Partnership with GRDC) • [35:55] Where will Bayer R&D be in ten years' time? Guest details Dr Bob Reiter is head of Research and Development at Bayer Crop Science, overseeing the research and development pipeline for the division. Having held various leadership roles in R&D as well as in supply chain, Reiter has nearly 30 years of experience in discovering, developing and delivering innovative R&D solutions in the agricultural space. Chris Staff is Head of Customer Marketing (Australia and New Zealand) at Bayer Crop Science. Chris is responsible for leading the development of customer-centric commercial strategies for Bayer's crop protection, cotton and canola traits businesses. Chris' 12 years with Bayer have included roles in asset management, channel key account management, field sales leadership and commercial excellence.

Research into snails over the past decade has largely focussed on baiting and while a lot has been learned, baiting is only one part of an effective integrated management strategy for snails.  That's why a new national GRDC investment is tackling the snail problem from multiple angles by combining technology and biological research to inform control management.  The project is being led by the University of Adelaide and the South Australian Research and Development Institute or SARDI, and involves setting up cameras in paddocks to track snail movements and migration habits, while for biological control, a parasatoid fly has been released in WA for the first time to help suppress conical snails. Download the transcript for this episode Contact: Kim Perry, SARDI kim.perry@sa.gov.au Stirlings to Coast Farmers ceo@scfarmers.org.au SEPWA eo@sepwa.org.au More information: GroundCover – Multifaceted approach to combat snails in grain crops GRDC Code: UOA2205-005RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the reasons to use fallow in rotations and just what is the economic value of this farming practice? These are just some of the questions asked by growers in the west – questions that are now being answered by a current GRDC investment - Maximising the profitability of fallow. Dr Darren Hughes from Laconik – is leading this investment – and has some advice for growers on how to get the most out of fallow. Download the transcript for this episode Contact Dr Darren Hughes darren.hughes@laconik.com.au GRDC Code: LAK2301-001SAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Navigating Climate Uncertainty in Agriculture for 2024 In this second episode of the 'Better Frost Decisions Podcast' for 2024, hosted by Paige Cross of Mallee Sustainable Farming, the focus is on demystifying climate drivers and their implications for agricultural planning and decision-making. Joined by Peter Hayman, Principal Scientist at the South Australian Research and Development Institute, the discussion centres on the challenges of forecasting climate conditions, particularly in autumn, and the current neutral El Nino Southern Oscillation Index and what it implies for the upcoming season in southern Australia. They explore the importance of being cautious with autumn forecasts, acknowledging farmers' need for rain and the strategy of dry seeding amidst uncertain weather conditions. The conversation also touches on climate drivers like the Indian Ocean Dipole and the nuances of making agricultural decisions based on probabilistic forecasts. The episode emphasizes the value of farmer experience and peer learning in decision-making processes, particularly in relation to frost management and preparing for weather-related risks. It concludes with acknowledgments for the support from GRDC and a reminder of the ongoing project aimed at mitigating the impact of frost through informed decision-making. 00:00 Introduction to Climate Forecasting Challenges 00:27 Welcome to the Better Frost Decisions Podcast 00:47 Expert Insights on Seasonal Climate Outlook for 2024 01:20 Understanding Climate Drivers and Their Impact 03:50 Strategies for Farming in Uncertain Weather Conditions 06:19 The Role of Climate Models and Seasonal Forecasts 09:09 The Importance of Community and Peer Learning in Agriculture 15:43 Frost Management and Weather-Related Risks Discussion 19:43 Concluding Remarks and Acknowledgments To read the latest issue of the Better Frost Decisions Newsletter click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cohort of Legume Leaders has been established by the Grower Group Alliance in Western Australia, with investment from GRDC and the help of grower groups located from Yuna to Esperance. The Legume Leaders will be sharing their insights over a seven-part series, which will be released throughout 2024. In this introductory episode, we're joined by GGA project manager Daniel Kidd and DPIRD senior research scientist Mark Seymour to discuss the benefits and constraints to adoption of grain legumes in the farming system, as well as the overall aims and outputs of the project. Download the transcript for this episode. Contacts: Daniel Kidd Grower Group Alliance Daniel.kidd@gga.org.au Mark Seymour Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Mark.seymour@dpird.wa.gov.au More information:         Grower Group Alliance – Closing the economic yield gap of grain legumes in WA WA 'Legume Leaders' Gallery GRDC Code: GGA2110-002SAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Autumn and Winter waterlogging is relatively common in WA's Albany and Esperance port zones, but it can severely impact grain production. But new research is giving growers greater confidence to sow late season cereal varieties or reseed in a challenging season. The research, made possible with GRDC investment, involves Stirlings to Coast Farmers, Fitzgerald Biosphere Group and Southeast Premium Wheat Growers Association (SEPWA). In this podcast, Lizzie Von Perger from Stirlings to Coast Farmers and Dave Cook from SEPWA talk us through the research findings and the insight collected so far.  Download the transcript for this episode Contacts: Lizzy Von Perger Stirlings to Coast Framers ceo@scfarmers.org.au   Michelle Hendley South East Premium Wheat Growers Association (SEPWA) michelle@sepwa.org.au More Information: GRDC YouTube – Late sowing of cereals due to waterlogging GRDC farm trials portal – Results from this investment GRDC Codes: SCF2208-001SAX, SCF2306-005SAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carbendazim is a broad spectrum fungicide used to control a range of diseases on pulses. But as a schedule 7 chemical with restrictions on its use, there's growing uncertainty about maximum residue limits in some international markets.  In this podcast, GRDC ‘s Gordon Cumming and Agriculture Victoria's Dr Joshua Fanning, discuss the current situation on Carbendazim use in Australia and alternative chemical options.   Dr Fanning is leading national research on integrated disease management strategies to reduce the impact of Ascochyta blight and Botrytis diseases on lentil and faba bean.  The investment is being led by Agriculture Victoria, with co-investment from GRDC and support from New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI), the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), Field Applied Research Australia (FAR) and Trengove Consulting. Download the transcript for this episode Contact  Gordon Cumming  Manager Chemical Regulation  gordon.cumming@grdc.com.au Dr Joshua Fanning  Research Leader Plant Pathology  joshua.fanning@agriculture.vic.gov.au More information  Paddock Practices – Carbendazim fungicide and its continued use in Australia GRDC Code: DJP2304-004RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Navigating Frost Management: Insights and Strategies for the 2024 Season This episode of the Better Frost Decisions podcast series delves into reflections on the 2023 season's frost experiences and discusses innovative frost management strategies for the upcoming 2024 season. Hosted by Paige Cross of Mallee Sustainable Farming, the episode features conversations with Mallee farmers Andrew Hanson and Brian Peter, who share their approaches to mitigating frost damage through farm management practices and crop selection. Additionally, pulse researcher Sarah Day from SARDI explores the role of legumes in frost management and offers advice for incorporating pulses into farming strategies to combat frost risks. The discussions cover personal anecdotes, the implementation of diverse farming methods to lessen frost impact, and the importance of continuous adaptation and strategic planning in farming operations. 00:00 Welcome to the Better Frost Decisions Podcast Series for 2024 00:52 Insights from Andrew Hansen: A Mallee Farmer's Frost Management 06:21 Brian Peter's Experience with Frost in 2023 and Future Strategies 09:33 Expert Advice from Sarah Day on Pulses and Frost Management 14:23 Concluding Thoughts and Looking Ahead to 2024 This podcast has been created as part of the GRDC project "Applying current knowledge to inform grower decision making to mitigate the impact of frost, now and in the future". (MSF2007-001SAX). Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Synchrotron in Melbourne is a super high-tech operation that produces powerful beams of light a million times brighter than the sun. In a partnership between GRDC, the University of South Australia and the University of Queensland, researchers have been given access to the Australian Synchrotron and it's giving them a perspective on soil they've never had before. They're using the Synchrotron's imaging and medical beamline to produce high-quality 3D imagery of roots growing directly into large, undisturbed soil cores. To find out more, we caught up with the University of South Australia's Dr Casey Doolette and Dr Peter Kopittke from the University of Queensland.  Download the transcript for this episode Contacts: Dr Peter Kopittke University of Queensland p.kopittke@uq.edu.au   Dr Casey Doolette University of South Australia casey.doolette@unisa.edu.au More Information: GRDC YouTube – Crop root research taken to the next level GroundCover – Synchrotron looks deep into wheat's nutritional value GroundCover – Synchrotron technology sheds light on root distribution GRDC Code: UOQ1910-003RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tammin grower was an early adapter of the SwarmBot technology from SwarmFarm. GRDC's GrainInnovate program has played a key role in supporting SwarmFarm's progress and with Brad only the third person in WA to bring a bot on-farm, he has been able to harness the power of this innovation to streamline his farming operations, reduce costs, and minimise environmental impact.  We spoke to Brad at a field day held on his farm as part of the 2023 Australian Precision Agriculture Symposium, hosted by SPAA and supported by GRDC.   Download the transcript for this episode Contact: Brad Jones  Tammin grower  brad@bungulla.com.au  More Information: GRDC YouTube – Precision Ag in Practice: Brad Jones | Adapting technology with bots GroundCover – Bots on the ground – farming's new army GroundCover – Hope springs from GrainInnovate pipeline GroundCover – Clocking up a week's work in just one day GroundCover – Grower insights bolster variable rate technology workshops GRDC Code: SPA2308-001AWX, ART1903-001OPX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Net form of net blotch is an important foliar fungal disease of barley and its impact on yield and decreased profitability has prompted a new GRDC co-investment: Integrated management strategies for net form net blotch in low, medium, and high rainfall zones. This investment aims to develop and deliver cost effective integrated disease management strategies across the northern and southern regions. Nick Poole from FAR Australia gives an insight into the disease and the new research development and extension surrounding it. Download the transcript for this episode Contact: Nick Poole  FAR Australia  nick.poole@faraustralia.com.au More Information: Fungicide resistance in barley fact sheet FAR Australia GRDC YouTube – Net form net blotch: Integrated disease management in barley GRDC Code: DAQ2304-008RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raising the bar on crop nutrition in northern New South Wales is the aim of a new partnership between Outlook Ag and GRDC. Field trials have been established to help combat very area-specific problems and improve yield in a range of crops. In this episode, we speak with three of the lead consultants from Outlook Ag – Mitch Cuell in Narrabri, Greg Giblett on the Liverpool Plains, and Greg Rummery in the Northwest.   Download the transcript for this episode Content: Mitch Cuell Outlook Ag mitch@outlookag.com.au Greg Rummery Outlook Ag  gregr@outlookag.com.au Greg Giblett Outlook Ag  gregg@outlookag.com.au More information: Outlook Ag GRDC Code: OAG2305-001RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The State Government announces $500,000 for a South Australian-based company developing plant protein products for export, the GRDC to spend $43million on a national biosecurity project to protect the grains industry from threats, and South Australia's apiary and pollination industries push ahead with preparations for the arrival of varroa mite.

GRDC's Emerging Leader Award for the Northern Region in 2023 was taken home by established research agronomist Mathew Dunn. Mathew has been working as part of a farming systems research team that is looking at identifying agronomic and management factors that drive profit and optimise returns from a long-term, whole system approach. In this episode, we chat with Mathew about his research, as well as GRDC Grower Relations Manager Graeme Sandral about why Mathew was such a worthy recipient. Download the transcript for this episode Contact: Mathew Dunn  NSW DPI mathew.dunn@dpi.nsw.gov.au  Graeme Sandral  GRDC Grower Relations Manager – North graeme.sandral@grdc.com.au More information: GRDC recognises young agronomist as a prominent, emerging leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On today's episode, we are joined by Dale Thomson and Michael Randall. Members of the Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation, GRDC. The GRDC is a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing the Grandmont Rosedale communities of Northwest Detroit. They organize a wide range of community improvement programs designed to help their community prosper as a place to live, work, and play. Please help us welcome Dale Thomson, President, and Michael Randall, Executive Director of the GRDC.

The GRDC has announced it will invest more than a billion dollars over the next five years in research, development, and extension for the nation's grains industry.

A new five-year research project will look at applying inputs like nitrogen to harvest stubble to increase the amount of carbon converted from the crop residue, River Murray irrigators to receive their entire allocation in the indicative allocation information released today and traditional grape must was made during a Greek Orthodox Easter weekend, continuing an ancient tradition.

An emergency operation to drain a dam that is at risk of failing and flooding Echunga in the Adelaide Hills is underway, after a ten year journey, a popular white variety of asparagus has sprouted for the first time in Australia and the GRDC will put $20 million over three years towards building Australia's long term research capacity.

The WAFarmers grain section president is calling on the CBH Group to improve freight train visibility and make railway crossings safer for motorists on country roads. A market so uncertain, not even the traders are confident, that's the outlook for fertiliser from one the largest commodities trading companies in the world. One of the other increasing expenses for farmers is wages. Stephen Smith is an economist with Deloitte and a guest speaker at this week's GRDC farm business updates. He says it will take up to three years before migration returns to pre pandemic levels and that means to secure a work force you're going to have to pay more.