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New Weeds Ute Guide App
09.12.2011
This application is designed to be used in the paddock by growers to assist in identifying the most common, annual, biennial and perennials weeds in Southern Australia. Where possible photographs have been provided of the weed at various growth stages to ensure correct identification. Each weed has a calendar to show which month/s the weed is likely to be present in the paddock.
The application allows users to search, identify, compare and email photographs of weeds to their networks.
To download the App, visit www.grdc.com.au/apps -
Stored Grain Pests Identification - The Back Pocket Guide
24.11.2011
This GRDC identiification guide provides a snapshot of common pests found in stored grain in Australia.
To see more click here
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Stored Grain Pests Identification - The Back Pocket Guide
24.11.2011
This GRDC identiification guide provides a snapshot of common pests found in stored grain in Australia.
To see more click here
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GRDC Annual Report 2010-11
24.11.2011
The GRDC annual report details the corporation’s performance in achieving its planned outputs and provides financial information for the 2010-11 financial year. Visit the Annual Report page
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Growers' Report 2010-11
24.11.2011
The GRDC Growers’ Report is a reader-friendly summary of how the GRDC operates, its financial profile and highlights of research investments made on your behalf during 2010-11. There’s also a glimpse of what is currently in the R&D investment pipeline. -
GRDC Board Members
22.11.2011
The GRDC Board is accountable to Australia's grain growers, through the industry peak organisation and to the Commonwealth Parliament, through the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The GRDC Board normally has between seven and nine directors.
The Chairman is selected and appointed by the Minister. Mr Keith Perrett was appointed by the Minister on 1 October 2007, and reappointed until 30 September 2013.
The Managing Director is appointed by the Board of the Corporation. The Managing Director is the sole Executive Director and holds office at the Corporation's pleasure. John Harvey was appointed as the GRDC’s Managing Director on 1 March 2011.
Five to seven Directors are appointed by the Minister, on advice from a selection committee selected by the Minister. On 22 November 2011 the Minister announced the appointment of 6 directors, until 30 September 2014. -
GRDC Factsheet - Dealing with high-moisture grain
14.11.2011
Grain at typical harvest temperatures of 25-30C and moisture content greater than 13-14 per cent provides ideal conditions for mould and insect growth.
There are a number of ways to deal with high moisture grain - the key is to act quickly and effectively.
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GRDC Factsheet - Surface temperature inversions and spraying surface temperature inversions and spraying
14.11.2011
In cooling night conditions airborne pesticides can concentrate near the surface and unpredictable winds can move droplets away from the target. Understanding weather conditions can help spray applicators avoid spray drift.
To view the factsheet click here
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GRDC Factsheet - Stay Safe around Grain Storage
14.11.2011
The fundamental approach to grain storage safety is the same as for all other farming activities. The aim is to have a safe workplace for everyone on the farm, including workers, contractors, families, visitors and the owner/managers.
To view the factsheet click here
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Ground Cover Direct 2011-2012
14.11.2011
The latest catalogue of Ground Cover Direct, listing GRDC publications and products.
To view it click here:
GRDC Ground Cover Direct 2011 (PDF, 4.00MB)
