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    • By the numbers 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)

    • Heading west: Gayndah trials assess frost tolerance 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Is there potential to push the boundaries of current sugarcane production further by expanding into frost-prone areas? The team at Isis Central Sugar Mill is keen to find out, with research support from SRA and implications ...

    • SRA Ingham station delivering outcomes for growers and millers 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The SRA Ingham Research Station is playing a key role in delivering productivity, profitability and sustainability outcomes for both the local region, and across the industry.

    • Expansion and improvement to target long-term vision 

      Pfeffer, B (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The Greensill family at Bundaberg is taking a long-term view of expansion and investment to ensure their agribusiness is set-up for long term profitability and sustainability.

    • Water quality work that works for us 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The Protecting our Chemicals project is working collaboratively with growers and using practical demonstrations to create a positive impact in the Wet Tropics.

    • Irrigation investment delivering on-farm benefits 

      Pfeffer, B (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The use of underground drip and solid set irrigation is delivering positive outcomes for Paul Villis in the Burdekin, including water use efficiency and a range of benefits as a result of green cane harvesting.

    • Making the most of the SIX EASY STEPS nutrient management program 

      Schroeder, B (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The SIX EASY STEPS program is recognised as the basis for best practice nutrient management in the Australian sugar industry. Ongoing learning and continuous improvement are fundamental to the program.

    • Beneficial bacteria can help reduce losses from nematode pests 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Soil biologists have dug deeper into their understanding on the interaction between the bacteria Pasteuria penetrans and its impact on plant-parasitic nematodes, providing useful information for sugarcane growers and millers.

    • Research assesses the impact of legume companion cropping 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Troy Apps has been investigating the role of a legume companion crop with his sugarcane.

    • Talking to you: Grower survey provides valuable industry insights 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The results of the 2017 SRA grower survey are in, revealing industry trends with the adoption of farming practices and an assessment of SRA's performance.

    • Total research investment 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Sugar Research Australia aims to invest in projects that will deliver real benefits on key issues for its investors.

    • On level ground : mastering your soils for greater productivity and profitability 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The term soil health has been defined in various ways, but here, is referred to as: A measure of soil physical, chemical and biological condition that reflects the capacity of a given soil to support a profitable and ...

    • Diversification and innovation help ride the industry ups and downs 

      Pfeffer, B (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      The Puglisi family at Mossman have plenty of irons in the fire with their diversified business, but at the heart of their operation is ensuring their business is productive and profitable.

    • Welcome to the Summer 2017 edition of CaneConnection 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      In this edition, we are looking at everything from the sky above sugarcane plants with research using unmanned aerial vehicles, to underground to better understanding soil health.

    • Welcome to the Spring 2017 edition of CaneConnection 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      We have another bumper issue for you inside these pages, looking at several of the research projects that SRA is investing in on behalf of sugarcane growers and millers.

    • By the numbers 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)

    • Automation: 110 fewer hours per year sitting in the ute 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Automation of furrow irrigation has allowed Aaron Linton to better balance a busy business and family life with farming - and also deliver productivity and efficiency

    • Long-term assessment of fallow crops shows potential for cash legumes 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      A long-term research project has improved the understanding of fallow cash crops in the sugarcane farming system in the Burdekin.

    • Automation delivering efficiency in Burdekin gravity-fed irrigation 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      A project investigating automation of furrow irrigation has found that the system works effectively on gravity-fed irrigation systems, as shown through on-the-ground experience in the Burdekin.

    • Singing on the same song sheet: Examining harvester speed & components 

      Unknown author (Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2017)
      Three modified sugarcane harvesters are part of field trials this season to examine improved synchronisation of ground speed and front-end components of the harvester.