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Vicchem’s Bloat-Drench delivers fast-acting control

Aug. 27, 2025 | 1 min read
As pasture growth accelerates across key grazing regions, the risk of bloat in cattle rises sharply, particularly on high-quality, legume-rich paddocks.
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Recommend YaraRega and go in the draw to visit Santa

Aug. 27, 2025 | 3 min read
YaraRega water-soluble NPK compound fertilisers are the easy way to deliver a balanced blend of nutrients to vegetable and tree crops using existing irrigation systems.
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Revystar returns for canola – now it’s primed to perform in cereals

Aug. 22, 2025 | 4 min read
New trial data demonstrates Revystar is the best fungicide choice for tackling sclerotinia in canola, Septoria tritici in wheat and net form net blotch in barley.
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Stark display of insecticide effectiveness from spray miss

Aug. 19, 2025 | 3 min read
A spray miss on the property of Stott Redman, at Hopetoun, on the south coast of Western Australia, proved to be a perfect trial for Exirel insecticide in the control of diamondback moth (DBM) and native budworm.
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Verpixo peforms

July 31, 2025 | 3 min read
One of the biggest challenges in table grapes has been managed with the introduction of Verpixo Adavelt active fungicide from Corteva Agriscience.
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7 Worlds Ag leads in copper fungicides

July 29, 2025 | 4 min read
For the widest range of copper fungicides coupled with the best advice, resellers should look no further than 7 Worlds Ag.
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Vicchem Gala shines in winter pasture trial

July 28, 2025 | 2 min read
Farmers looking to boost winter feed production without compromising quality can now turn to a proven solution: Vicchem’s Gala Growth Regulator.
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Tough on mites, gentle on bees – that’s Raven

July 24, 2025 | 2 min read
Mite and sucking insect pests remain a significant challenge for growers across a broad range of crops.
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Malting barley accreditation for Laperouse

July 8, 2025 | 1 min read
Grains Australia has announced the barley variety Laperouse has been accredited as malting barley.
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New spray drift solution available in winter cereals

June 24, 2025 | 3 min read
Corteva Agriscience’s low odour, low volatility Colex-D herbicide has been approved by the APVMA for use in winter cereals, pastures and non-agricultural areas, giving growers confidence they can use the new 2,4-D formulation without the risk of spray drift.
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Peridot delivers long lasting fungal control

June 24, 2025 | 3 min read
Fungal diseases are one of the most persistent and costly challenges for growers across various crops. Left unchecked, these pathogens can devastate yields, reduce product quality, and impact the long-term health of soils and plants alike.
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Next generation nematicide delivers long, cost-effective control

June 23, 2025 | 5 min read
A valuable new tool in nematode management has arrived in Australia with the highly anticipated release of Velum Prime by Bayer, a fast-acting, long-lasting nematicide that provides targeted control of plant-parasitic nematodes while maintaining soil health.
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Hasten top for herbicide performance

June 23, 2025 | 1 min read
Backed by leading labels, Hasten helps farmers get the best return from every spray.
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Virtual fencing - a gamechanger for livestock

June 6, 2025 | 3 min read
There are hopes virtual fencing technology, which is increasingly being adopted on Tasmanian dairy farms, could be used to optimise pasture consumption and boost milk production by developing novel grazing regimes that support the natural behaviours of livestock.
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Axcela and baiting for better returns

May 27, 2025 | 5 min read
No-till farming has positively increased moisture retention and organic matter, reduced erosion and made a kinder habitat for beneficial insects. But there is a downside.

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Victorian growers invited to shape RD&E
Australian horticulture productivity opportunity
Real time tracking of on-farm fatalities and injuries
First Start Loan gives cane growers a sweet start to farming
World leading R&D reaping billions for Australian food & fibre
Maxing out chemical free crop protection with dsRNAmax
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