Advancements in iron iron deficiency formulations have delivered significant yield gains on calcareous soil types in the South East of South Australia and this provides an opportunity to investigate the degree of iron deficiency in other regions where these soil types are prevalent such as the Mid North and Yorke Peninsula.
Super high oleic oil content safflower is a new crop to SA. This project will investigate variety, sowing time, water use efficiency, herbicide tolerance, nutrient responsiveness, phenology, residual soil water and canopy manipulation to determine where the crop can be profitably grown.
Lock based grain producer Andrew Polkinghorne will bring a wide range of skills and expertise to the South Australian Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT) trustee as the latest appointment.
Applications are now open for the next round of research and grower group funding through the South Australian Grain Industry Trust.
Applications are now open for the next round of research and grower group funding through the South Australian Grain Industry Trust.