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An integrated approach to nutgrass control : SRDC final report NFS002
(BSES, 2011)
This project aimed to formulate and promote an integrated approach to nutgrass control in sugarcane cropping systems. The project was a Grower Group Research Project undertaken from July 2007 to June 2010 by the NSW Farming ...
Development and implementation of NIR based predictive tools to rate sugarcane varieties against smut and Fiji Leaf Gall : SRDC final report BSS307
(BSES, 2012)
This project will take existing research outcomes and use them to develop and implement new predictive tools for varietal selection against smut and Fiji leaf gall. These tools will improve the delivery of resistant varieties ...
Strengthening capacity on sugarcane quarantine - implementing procedures from Visacane, CIRAD
(BSES, 2012)
The project aimed to strengthen the capacity of Australian sugarcane quarantine by: Evaluating Visacane's (CIRAD, Montpellier) quarantine and diagnostic operations for sugarcane in post-entry quarantine - Discussing the ...
Impact of nutgrass on sugarcane yield
(BSES, 2011)
Research carried out in Mackay over 2009-2010 in plant cane confirmed the impact of nutgrass competition on sugarcane yield and profitability. Trials were conducted on both dryland and irrigated sites, with similar yield ...
Effects of pachymetra root rot and nematodes on some elite sugarcane clones in Australia
(ASSCT, 2016)
PACHYMETRA ROOT ROT and nematodes are the two most important soil-borne pathogens of sugarcane in Australia. An experiment was established in Yandaran, Queensland in grey forest soil with high Pachymetra spore counts (>100 ...
SmutBuster: accelerated breeding of smut-resistant sugarcane varieties : SRDC final report BSS325
(BSES, 2011)
Sugarcane smut is caused by the fungus, Ustilago scitaminea Syd., and is one of the most serious diseases of sugarcane. At the end of 1983, only the sugar industries of Australia and Fiji remained free from smut. Sugarcane ...
Epidemiology studies into sugarcane smut : SRDC final report BSS302
(BSES, 2010)
The objective of this project was to: Optimise industry transition from susceptible to resistant commercial varieties, with minimal losses resulting from direct or in-direct crop effects, thus maximising industry profitability.
Utilising a predictive model for the monitoring and management of canegrubs in the Mackay region by the Mount Kinchant Growers Group : SRDC Grower Group innovation project
(BSES, 2010)
Of the nineteen canegrub species in Australia, greyback canegrub which occurs from Plane Creek northwards is the most important. Growers rely heavily on insecticides for greyback canegrub management, and effective ...
Biosecurity Plan for the sugarcane industry : a shared responsibility between government and industry
(Plant Health Australia, 2016)
To ensure its future viability and sustainability, it is vital that the Australian sugarcane industry minimises the risks posed by exotic pests and responds effectively to plant pest threats. The Biosecurity Plan for the ...
Biosecurity manual for sugarcane producers : a guide to farm biosecurity measures to reduce the risks of weeds, pests and diseases impacting production
(Plant Health Australia, 2017)
This manual is designed for use by farmers and their staff, contractors, millers, researchers and consultants working in the sugarcane industry. It shows simple procedures that you can use to minimise the risk of introducing ...