Disease identification and management workshop – Toowoomba

Agronomists and grain growers are invited to participate in a 2-day GRDC supported workshop on identifying and managing soil and foliar diseases of cereal and other field crops. The workshop covers:

• Foliar diseases
• Identification of wheat, barley, canola and winter pulse foliar diseases
• Strategies for managing foliar diseases in wheat, barley, winter pulses and canola – Genetics and disease risk – Key timings – Which fungicide(s)? – Pre-emptive management to mitigate risk
• Soil borne diseases & nematodes
• Crop impact and inoculum load of soil borne diseases and nematodes in regional cropping systems
• Identification of risk and use of Predicta® B tests.

Book early, as places are limited! Cost is $165 (GST inclusive).

For more information, visit the GRDC website.