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Long grass break turns the tables on herbicide-resistant ryegrass
Faced with triple-herbicide-resistance, Bec and Ash Marshall have implemented a diverse and comprehensive program to reduce weed numbers. Read More...
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Countering imi resistance in broadleaf weeds
Herbicide-resistant weeds can blow-out when seasonal conditions don't favour chemical control. Drive down the weed seedbank with the Big 6. Read More...
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Effective fleabane double-knocks tested in Western Australia
Trials in WA show registered knock-down mixes can provide over 95% control of mature flaxleaf fleabane plants and reduce seed viability. Read More...
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How can I avoid getting stuck in an imi herbicide cycle?
It is easy to get caught up in the ‘imi-spiral’. Strategic and less frequent use is the key to keeping Group 2 herbicides as a viable option. Read More...
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Residuals that don’t lock up your rotation in the northern region
Residual herbicides in the fallow that can complement knockdown herbicides and suppress future germination flushes. Read More...
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Outmaneuver clethodim resistance in legume rotations
Clethodim resistance on the YP and similar regions in SA and Vic resulted from the cumulative effects of many factors over the last 25 years. Read More...
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Making farming systems WeedSmart
Use the WeedSmart Big 6 to formulate a plan that ensures every dollar spent is helping drive weed numbers down. Read More...
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Understanding resistance to DIM herbicides
Dr Peter Boutsalis says clethodim resistance can’t be ignored. Ryegrass plants that survive must be controlled with other tactics. Read More...
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Clethodim resistance spike in canola rotations
Addressing widespread failure of clethodim applications for ryegrass control, particularly in canola crops in southern NSW. Read More...
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Testing for herbicide susceptibility and resistance
Testing weeds for herbicide susceptibility and resistance helps growers plan an effective weed control program. Read More...
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Blue lupin control in the pipeline
The focus of the development for a potential first imi-tolerant narrow-leafed lupin variety is on weed control efficacy against blue lupin. Read More...
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Winter crop profits hinge on effective summer weed management
Col McMaster says the average return on every dollar invested in complete summer weed control is $4.80, using 2025 costs and grain values. Read More...