Impact of nutgrass on sugarcane yield

Author	Fillols, E
Date Accessioned	2015-03-19
Date Available	2015-03-19
Issued	2011
Identifier	http://hdl.handle.net/11079/14048
Abstract	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 losses where nutgrass was not controlled. The trials looked at cane yield and sugar losses when nutgrass control was delayed for various time periods. This work supported earlier trial work conducted by Aitken, Munro and McGuire in NSW from 2007 to 2010.
Language	en
Publisher	BSES
Part of Series	BSES Limited
Title	Impact of nutgrass on sugarcane yield
Keywords	nutgrass, Cyperus rotundus, sugarcane, competition

Pest, disease and weed management [181]
Research outcomes: A comprehensive RD&E program that addresses existing and emerging pests, diseases and weeds, allowing sugarcane growers to manage their crops efficiently with minimal environmental impacts. An enhanced industry capacity to deal with incursions of exotic pests, diseases and weeds.