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UM00055 - Ciliate protozoa in baits for the control of grain pest molluscs
This proof-of-concept project was aimed at evaluating the potential for using naturally occurring protozoa to control pest molluscs such as the grey field slug ( Deroceras reticulatum). This project aimed to identify effective Australian protozoan parasites of the key pest, grey field slug. Following testing of the capacity for infection of the slugs by ingested protozoa, maternal transmission to …Region: South
Published on 30 Jun 2016
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PHA00016 - Biosecurity preparedness for the grains industry - High-throughput…
Karnal bunt (KB) is caused by a fungus ( Tilletia indica ) which affects bread wheat, durum wheat and triticale. While KB causes little yield loss, it can be difficult to manage in rotations and detection of spores in grain shipments is a quality issue and can result in consignment rejection to current grain export markets. This scoping study identified the development of DNA amplification…Region: South
Published on 16 May 2016
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ACO00020 - 'Farming after Fires' workshops for growers impacted by the Pinery…
The November 2015 Pinery bushfire destroyed an area of more than 85,000 hectares of highly productive agricultural land in South Australia's (SA's) Lower North region. The destruction and damage caused by this fire will continue to have lasting consequences on the productivity of this land. The effect of the fire posed significant challenges to growers' productivity from erosion and bared soils,…Region: South
Published on 1 Jan 2016
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DAV00148 - Climate Dogs Go National (Managing Climate Variability)
The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) Victoria (VIC) 'Climatedogs' animations are an awarded climate communication tool which frames and explains the key drivers of climate variability in an entertaining and informative way. This project has updated the science and modified the VIC Climatedog animations and made them publicly accessible so they can now be…Region: South
Published on 1 Oct 2015
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IPN00003 - Nutrient Performance Indicators
The efficiency of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K) and sulphur (S) use in the grains industry, as well as all agricultural production, using consistent and transparent methods was estimated. Regional and national balances show annual, spatial and industry variation. When considered across all sectors, P removal is significantly less than P supplied, while K and S application are…Region: South
Published on 1 Jul 2015
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ACR00002 - Extending the outcome of ACR4
Project ACR2/4 generated a substantial quantity of extension information regarding integrated weed management (IWM) as a means of combating developing herbicide resistance with particular reference to annual ryegrass. Many opportunities were afforded to take the 'message' to the industry. The current project provided an extra period of time to continue this process and extend the outcome to…Region: National
Published on 1 Jul 2005
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ABT00002 - Improving knowledge on best practice use of zinc phosphide for…
Animal Control Technologies Australia developed MOUSEOFF ® Zinc Phosphide Bait # to provide the grains industry with an effective, safe and cost effective mouse control option. The product can be used at all stages of crop growth to reduce the development of ‘plague’ mice populations. During the emergency use permit phase of the project, inaccurate information was disseminated and …Region: National
Published on 1 Jul 2002
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ACC00003 - Plant growth regulators (PGR's) and their agronomic and economic…
This project has identified yield increases in wheat and barley in the absence of crop lodging with plant growth regulators (PGRs). A combination of trinexapac-ethyl # and chlormequat # applied at GS31 consistently resulted in a yield increase of around 11% (0.4t/ha) in wheat with an average reduction in crop height of around 9% (8 cm) over a three year period in the absence of lodging. Similar…Region: South
Published on 1 Jul 2002
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ACC00004 - Ascochyta and botrytis management in lentils with pre and post…
This project has played a significant role in changing fungicide use in lentils. Growers have reduced fungicide applications from five to six applications in good seasons to two strategically timed applications. In addition, the importance of canopy development and density and influence of seasonal conditions on the development of botrytis is more clearly understood. This results in fewer or no…Region: National
Published on 1 Jul 2002
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ADM00003 - Malting Barley Development Council - Understanding Market Requirements
This project aimed to provide a unique and important opportunity for barley industry researchers, scientists and breeders to visit overseas barley marketplaces (in China, Japan, etc) to enable them to fully comprehend quality requirements and understand how these relate to barley characteristics from an overseas perspective. The fewer characteristics a researcher has to select, the faster the…Region: National
Published on 1 Jan 2003