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Yara strengthens environmental focus

Oct. 31, 2023 | 2 min read
Yara Australia has announced it intends to play a leading role in helping primary producers to produce quality crops whilst reducing their carbon footprint.
Rural Business

EC recognises canola’s greenhouse benefits

Oct. 31, 2023 | 2 min read
New analysis from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has led to the European Commission’s recognition of the Australian canola industry’s low-emissions credentials for the second time, enabling local canola growers continued access to lucrative international markets.
Resistance management

Serious side to guide to “encouraging aphids”

Oct. 31, 2023 | 2 min read
Did you know there is a registered product for early season aphid management in cotton for which there is virtually no resistance risk and that doesn’t wipe out natural enemies of that pest?
On The Move

Bayer’s new comms manager

Oct. 30, 2023 | 1 min read
Shaun Lindhe has joined Bayer as crop science communications manager, working to build and protect the reputation of Bayer’s Crop Science division with key stakeholders, including customers, media and industry.
On The Move

New UPL appointments support growth

Oct. 30, 2023 | 3 min read
UPL Australia is pleased to announce four appointments to further strengthen its leadership and sales team on the back of continued growth.
Rural Business

#PlantASeedForSafety winners announced

Oct. 30, 2023 | 3 min read
Syngenta Australia, in partnership with #PlantASeedForSafety, is excited to announce the winner of the highly anticipated #SafetySwagger photo competition during National Safe Work Month (October).
Agribusiness

NFF opposes Labor’s Basin Plan rewrite

Oct. 29, 2023 | 2 min read
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), together with other peak bodies, including Cotton Australia, has strongly opposed the proposed rewriting of the Murray Darling Basin Plan which was debated in the House of Representatives in October before going before the Senate.
Profile

From Telex to OPAS and everything in between

Oct. 29, 2023 | 4 min read
Greg O’Neil reflects on 40 years with the business.
Commentary - Management

Why EQ is vital during uncertain times

Oct. 29, 2023 | 4 min read
The importance of emotional intelligence in leadership is not a new concept, at a time when the pace of change and rate of uncertainty seems to be accelerating worldwide, the need for business leaders to develop their EQ has never been more important, writes Leah Mether.
Resistance management

30/30 vision for pre-em grass weed control

Oct. 29, 2023 | 4 min read
BASF launched their 30/30 Plan last year to help growers get the best of both worlds: introducing a fresh pre-emergent mode of action to ease resistance pressure while continuing to make the most of what’s already working.
Resistance management

WA orchards beat rising weevil damage

Oct. 29, 2023 | 4 min read
Limited chemical control options and high reliance on the Group 22a insecticide, indoxacarb, for control of weevils in pome and stone fruit orchards throughout South West WA always meant a new option would be warmly welcomed.
Agribusiness

Workforce shortages worsen: AUSVEG

Oct. 28, 2023 | 3 min read
More than a year on from the Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit, AUSVEG says the crippling workforce shortages facing Australian vegetable growers have only worsened, and many growers are now reconsidering their future as vegetable producers.
Merchandise

New powdery mildew option in cucurbits

Oct. 28, 2023 | 2 min read
Powdery mildew is a persistent adversary Australian cucurbit growers deal with each year in their melon, squash, zucchini and cucumber crops.
Resistance management

Pest control vital for higher canola yields

Oct. 28, 2023 | 4 min read
As the canola business continues to grow across the country, many growers are looking to achieve higher yields through better control of insect pests.
Merchandise

Satellite-based liquid monitoring

Oct. 27, 2023 | 2 min read
Known for their innovation in the animal performance and electric fencing spaces, Gallagher is launching a new range focussed on measuring tank performance and making it easy for Australians to stay on top of their most important resource: their water.

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Inside this issue
Above average crops expected for cotton
SA swoops on first varroa outbreak
Tour reinforces universal agricultural challenges
Planting stronger trans-Tasman connection
7 Worlds Ag celebrates first year
WA lupins poised to go global
Management: Doing less not more-the key to boosting productivity
Insights: Specialty fertilisers and nutrition, Resistance management
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