Events
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GRDC Online Update – Wet conditions, high insect pressure and changed behaviour
Exceedingly wet conditions in 2022 will mean different, and in some cases more, insect pests than we have become used to in the drier years. Helicoverpa is already in very high numbers, with numbers likely to increase as the summer progresses. Helicoverpa armigera, which was last seen in wheat in 2016, is already in high numbers in Central and southern... Read more »
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GRDC Spray Days – Emerald
GRDC Spray Days cover the latest developments in spray application technology and stewardship for grain growers and their advisers. GRDC Spray Days provide a platform for growers to interact with industry to hear about, see and discuss spray technology innovations with industry experts, enabling growers to make more informed decisions on spray equipment investment and how to use technology for optimum... Read more »
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GRDC online update – the new inversion tower network and reducing spray drift risk
Managing spray logistics is a challenge. Knowing when conditions are suitable for spraying to avoid spray drift is a critical part of this puzzle. The new inversion tower network will help take the guess work out of when you can and can’t spray and potentially open more spraying hours with greater certainty. This technology will help define when you can... Read more »
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Insect workshop (Chinchilla)
FeaturedA workshop on insect identification and management will be held at Chinchilla on Wednesday 30 November. Previous workshops were held in Toowoomba and Narrabri in October. To register your interest and secure a place visit https://thebeatsheet.com.au/workshop-registrations-2022
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GRDC Grains Research Update Wagga Wagga
9:30 am Tuesday 14 February - 3 pm Wednesday 15 February 2023 For more information and to register visit https://grdc.com.au/events/list/2023/02/grdc-grains-research-update-wagga-wagga
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GRDC Grains Research Update – Corowa
8:30 am – 3 pm Thursday 16 February 2023 For more information and to register visit https://grdc.com.au/events/list/2023/02/grdc-grains-research-update-corowa
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GroundUp Agtech Showcase Day – Toowoomba
Discover some of the latest innovations in the grains sector at the Agtech and Logistics Hub’s GroundUp Agtech Showcase Day at the Agtech and Logisctics Hub, corner of Witmack Road and Vision Street, Wellcamp, Toowoomba, QLD 4350 Drones, drift reduction technology and farm safety software are just some of the cutting-edge agtech that will be on display. GroundUp Agtech Showcase... Read more »
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GRDC Grains Research Update – Dubbo
9:30 am – 3 pm Wednesday 22 February 2023 For more information and to register visit https://grdc.com.au/events/list/2023/02/grdc-grains-research-update-dubbo
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GRDC Grains Research Update – Goondiwindi
9:30 am Tuesday 28 February – 3:10 pm Wednesday 1 March 2023 Includes a presentation on 'Fall armyworm impacts by crop, management strategy & resistance by Melina Miles (DAF Qld) For more information and to register visit https://grdc.com.au/events/list/2023/02/grdc-grains-research-update-goondiwindi
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GRDC Grains Research Update Mullaley
8:30 am – 3:10 pm Thursday 2 March 2023 For more information and to register visit https://grdc.com.au/events/list/2023/03/grdc-grains-research-update-mullaley
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Improving powdery mildew management in mungbean: field walk and workshop – Toowoomba
20 March 9am-12 at UniSQ Powdery mildew is a disease that impacts mungbean crops annually and if left unmanaged can cause yield losses of up to 40%. With little genetic resistance in current varieties, management relies on the application of fungicides. As a result of a previous GRDC investment, a decision support tool, the PowderyMildewMBM app was released to help... Read more »
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GRDC Spray Days – Jondaryan
Come to the GRDC Spray Day at Jondaryan in March to discuss the latest spray technology innovations and stewardship with industry experts. In the afternoon trade display session, growers can focus in on the technologies they are most interested in, with direct access to leading industry technology providers. Cost is free (morning tea and lunch provided), but registration essential for... Read more »
