Winter crop forecast from Rabobank tips big result for those in the dry
Rabobank forecasts broken hearts for some growers battling wet weather but the majority will pocket their biggest haul in years Local growers are on track to harvest a near-record winter grain crop of 61.9 million tonnes, according to Rabobank’s 2022-23 winter crop forecast. But Rabobank predicts what will be a record for some farmers will be heartbreak […]
Research into Frost and heat impact on cropping gains a $9.3 million grant
It is estimated grain growers are losing more than $500 million annually in wheat yields ravaged by frost and heat A 9.3 million co-investment supported by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), will work to determine the definitive impacts of frost and heat risk on grains crops and develop tangible, commercial products that growers […]
Allied Grain Systems allows more growers to store grain On-farm
On-farm grain storage is the key to many growing operations gaining the highest prices from current record harvests by holding grain for longer Grain growers will soon start harvesting one of the biggest crops ever planted down, at an anticipated record 23.83 million hectares, and that is expected to result in a record to near […]
Crop research in low and medium rainfall zones attracts funding of $20.4 million
An innovative $20.4 million research project is expected to boost profits for grain growers in low and medium rainfall zones The project will also consider greenhouse gas (GHG) emission options, and will be a joint five-year investment between the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). […]
Fungicide resistance awareness survey wants your input
Grain growers and advisers are invited to take part in a national Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN) survey to gauge awareness of fungicide resistance issues and management. Whether you consider yourself an expert, a responsible fungicide user, or just want an idea of how your current knowledge measures up, your participation will be valuable […]
Riordan Grain stacks together one million tonnes bulk export grain and 25 years of business
Riordan Grain Services reached a milestone of one million tonnes of bulk export grain during April 2021 and it coincided with 25 years of its operation This outstanding volume was achieved over the past four years, despite challenges such as drought and the COVID-19 pandemic. Riordan Grain has been exporting bulk grain shipments from Geelong […]