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GPA chair, Barry Large, said Khapra Beetle is just one of the many grains-related biosecurity challenges the industry faces. Credit: Tomasz Klejdysz, Shutterstock.

Grains leaders launch new biosecurity plan

The Biosecurity Plan for the Australian Grains Industry 2023-2028 was launched last week.

05 August 2024

The GRDC and CSIRO are urging grain growers to monitor for mouse numbers. Image courtesy GRDC.

Call goes out to monitor mouse activity

The GRDC has voiced concerns for moderate to high mouse activity in some grain growing regions.

29 April 2024

Biological solutions have been proven to provide a return on investment, but there have been significant barriers to widespread adoption. Picture Ben White.

Will biologicals be the next big thing?

With farmers looking to reduce emissions, will biologicals become the next big thing?

06 March 2024

Sundew Professional Solutions’ ANTagonistPRO can be rapidly applied over large surface areas by farm equipment equipped with boom sprays. Photo: Sundew Professional Solutions.

Aussie solution to stamp out fire ants

ANTagonistPRO polymer enhanced insecticide spray was developed to combat red imported fire ants.

04 March 2024

Growers should be on the lookout for fall armyworm, which are causing significant damage to sorghum crops in southern and central Queensland. Image courtesy GRDC.

Sorghum growers battle fall armyworm

Fall armyworm is being detected at unprecedented levels in parts of Queensland and New South Wales.

09 February 2024

Pests and weeds cost farmers billions

Farmers spend $3.8b annually on pest and weed management, say ABARES.

08 November 2023

CSIRO researcher Steve Henry says reducing harvest losses not only boosts your bottom line but also increases future baiting effectiveness. Photo: CSIRO.

Harvesting clean to reduce mouse risk

Reducing harvest losses is key to enhancing future mouse baiting effectiveness.

08 November 2023

Project announced to tackle the 'Dongara weevil'

WA research to investigate unknown crop weevil

26 June 2023

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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 Kondinin team.

Research Report: Sealable Storage Options (August 2025)

Kondinin Group researchers in collaboration with the GRDC Grain storage extension team test dozens of gas-tight sealable grain storages to Australian Standard AS2628-2010 identifying best and worst features in the ultimate grain storage buyers guide.

Research Report: Cordless Impact Wrenches (July 2025)

Six battery-powered impact wrenches were bench tested in this month's Research Report, focusing on their ability to get nuts done up and undone.

Research Report: Mouse Bait Applications (June 2025)

Mice remain a significant issue for cropping regions and the June Research Report, supported by an investment from the Grains Research and Development Corporation, brings together the latest research and practical recommendations for bait spreading and machinery performance to help growers improve mouse control strategies.

Research Report: Farm Labour (May 2025)

Farm labour, whether temporary, casual, contract or permanent staff, is an essential part of agriculture. This Research Report provides insights to help better source and manage one of the farm’s most valuable assets – its people.

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