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Here you’ll find expert columns answering questions about weed control concepts and news updates on the latest information on herbicide resistance and weed control.
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Resistance risk to eliminate herbicides on irrigated farms
While cotton paddocks are generally relatively weed-free, the incidence of glyphosate resistance continues to increase for several key weeds. Read More...
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Narrow windrow burning puts weed seeds in their place
Narrow windrow burning was the first harvest weed seed control method. It's still an effective and cheap way to kill weed seeds. Read More...
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Boosting knockdown efficacy against hard-to-kill weeds
Complex fallow weed spectrums and herbicide resistance profiles require more diversity in the double-knock tactic. Read More...
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Using residuals to keep irrigation infrastructure and borders weed-free
A robust residual herbicide program on non-crop areas buys growers time in the peak periods and reduces weed numbers for routine maintenace. Read More...
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Does weed detection and spot-spraying machinery pay off?
A new boomspray decision tool from WeedSmart is now available to test real-world spot-spraying technology options before spending any money. Read More...
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Is crop rotation an economic option for managing weeds?
Adding a broadleaf break crop to the cropping sequence helps keep wheat profitable in a sustainable cropping system. Read More...
Case Studies
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Rhys and Joel Curr, Trundle NSW
The Curr family, Trundle NSW are implementing an integrated weed management strategy as they expand their area of cropland. Read More...
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Jason and Stacey Coleman, Temora NSW
Using the WeedSmart Big 6 strategy, the Colemans are keeping weed numbers low and reducing the impact of herbicide resistance on their farm. Read More...
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Molloy family, The Rock NSW
The Molloy family's mixed farming system is keeping weed numbers very low throughout the long crop rotation. Read More...