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New research into barley powdery mildew resistance genes

AUSTRALIAN researchers have discovered a set of unique and potentially durable resistance genes from exotic barley lines that breeders can use to develop crops with more stable resistance to powdery mildew.

 Research into barley powdery mildew resistance genes looks promising for grain growers.

Research into barley powdery mildew resistance genes looks promising for grain growers.

Discovered at the Centre for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM), a leading Australian research centre with co-investment by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and Curtin University,...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

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Research Report: Sheds

Sheds play a vital role in farming, offering shelter and protection for people, machinery, livestock and valuable inputs like chemicals and fertiliser.

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Research Report: Harvest Weed Seed Mills

The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.

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Research Report: Agritechnica 2023

Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli went to Agritechnica, Germany. This report covers the key award winners from the event and some of the latest autonomous platforms displayed.

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Research Report: Fronting Up

This Research Report looks at harvester fronts including research and expertise from Kondinin Group’s Ben White, with input from harvesting specialists Brett Asphar, Kassie Van Der Westhuizen, Murray Skayman and Martin Reichelt.