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• Behind the scenes of fungicide resistance testing

  It’s an ever-present challenge for Australian grain growers, but understanding how fungicide resistance develops, and what can be done to manage it, is key to protecting crops, and keeping disease pressure low. In this episode at the Centre for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) at Curtin University, Dr Nola D’Souza explains how her team detects and tracks fungicide resistance in the lab, the role of AFREN, and the practical steps growers can take to slow its spread.  The Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN) is a GRDC investment, led by Curtin University. CCDM is a partnership between GRDC and Curtin University.  Contact: Dr Nola D’Souza Centre for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM), Curtin University    [email protected]    More Information: AFRENCCDM     Project Investment Code: CUR2302-002RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Legume agronomy: How to grow them in the west

  Growers in Western Australia are well aware of the benefits of growing legumes in their rotation, but often have concerns about their reliability and can lack confidence in their production. A GRDC investment with the Grower Group Alliance is aiming to change that, and in a four-part series, we'll be tackling the agronomy, profitability, marketing, and harvesting of growing legumes in WA. In this episode, we tackle the first part of that equation: how to grow them. Joined by agVivo agronomist, and Moora grower, Erin Cahill, listen to how he grows lentils and lupins, plus some agronomic advice for growing other key legumes.   Contact: Erin Cahill  agVivo  [email protected]    More Information: Profitable legumes becoming a reality    Project Investment Code: GGA2110-002SAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• NVT new variety series 2025 - Wheat

  Welcome to GRDC’s National Variety Trials, or NVT, new variety podcast series, where Australia's leading breeding companies share their latest releases for the 2026 growing season. When it comes to choosing the right variety, NVT is the only independent variety information source trusted by Australian growers. In GRDC's 2025 grower survey, nine out of 10 growers accessed NVT information, and 94 per cent of those said it influenced their variety selection. Every variety featured in this podcast has been trialled through NVT, the largest independent trial program in the world. This podcast focuses on wheat. There is a separate podcast for other crops, including barley, canola and chickpea.  Contact: LongReach Plant Breeders  Australian Grain Technologies (AGT)  Australian Grain & Forage Seeds (AGF Seeds)  RAGT  InterGrain  More Information: You can find out more information about the varieties featured in this podcast at www.nvt.grdc.com.au , alongside individual breeder websites.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• NVT new variety series 2025 - Barley, canola and chickpea

  Welcome to GRDC’s National Variety Trials, or NVT new variety podcast series, where Australia's leading breeding companies share their latest releases for the 2026 growing season. When it comes to choosing the right variety, NVT is the only independent variety information source trusted by Australian growers. In GRDC's 2025 grower survey, nine out of 10 growers accessed NVT information, and 94 per cent of those said it influenced their variety selection. Every variety featured in this podcast has been trialled through NVT, the largest independent trial program in the world. This podcast focuses on barley, canola, and chickpea. There's a separate podcast for wheat.  Contacts: Australian Grain Technologies (AGT)  InterGrain  Australian Grain & Forage Seeds (AGF Seeds)  Pioneer  BASF AustraliaNuseed  Nutrien Ag Solutions (Dyna-Gro)  NSW Department of Primary Industries (Chickpea Breeding Australia)  More Information: You can find out more information about the varieties featured in this podcast at www.nvt.grdc.com.au , alongside individual breeder websites.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Fertiliser storage dos and don’ts

  When it comes to storing fertiliser on-farm, small mistakes can turn into big problems. In this GRDC podcast, Grain Storage Extension Team member, Ben White shares practical advice on the dos and don’ts of fertiliser storage. From choosing quality product and limiting handling, through to managing moisture and avoiding dangerous silo blockages. He also highlights the safety risks growers need to be aware of, and where to find trusted resources to help with planning ahead.  Contact: Ben White  Grain Storage Extension Team   [email protected]    More Information:   GRDC publication Investing in fertiliser storage infrastructure, authors Cussons Media and Fertiliser Australia   Project Investment Codes:  CMP2202-001SAX PRB2412-001SAX  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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