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Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientist Amanuel Bekuma  In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD Research Scientist Amanuel Bekuma, as they go through an overview of DPIRD's research being showcased at the Grains Research Updates 2024 (GRU 24') Amanuel shares his insights into managing Ice Nucleating Bacteria to mitigate frost damage in crops, while sharing success in DPIRD's work in developing new protocols for rapidly testing chemicals that reduce frost damage. Amanuel also delves into why it's so important this research is being presented on the GRU 24' stage.  Episode Links: Click here to read DPIRD media release 'Bacteria the key to cool new frost research' Click here to read Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) research paper 'Stubble and senesced leaves are the main sources of ice nucleation activity in wheat' 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientist Alex Douglas and DPIRD Research Scientist Dr Arslan Peerzada  In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD Research Scientist Alex Douglas and DPIRD Research Scientist Dr Arslan Peerzada, as they go through an overview of the biology of weeds and what growers can expect in the 2024 season as the biggest threats to agricultural production.  Alex takes a look back at the 2023 season, and the various weeds growers can expect  to emerge in the upcoming season. While Arslan delves into what farmers should be focusing on for effective weed management throughout the 2024 season, and how to make the most out of soil amelioration.  Episode Links: Click here to read Agric article on about Pre-emergent herbicides Click here to read media release 'Research focus on weed management for ameliorated soils' Click here to read Agric article on Improving control of summer weeds Click here to read GrainsConvo newsletter article 'Investigating the effects of soil amelioration on weed management in WA's wheatbelt 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Janette Pratt Guest Speakers: DPIRD  Project Manager Jackie Bucat, Manager of DPIRD's Low Carbon Futures Project Peter Rampellini and Corrigin Farmer and Carbon Farming Land Restoration program’s Simon Wallwork. In this episode of Grains Convo, Janette Pratt hosts DPIRD Project Manager Jackie Bucat, Manager of DPIRD's Low Carbon Futures Project Peter Rampellini and Corrigin Farmer and Carbon Farming Land Restoration program’s Simon Wallwork, exploring carbon emissions. Jackie explores why carbon farming is becoming an integral component of agriculture. While Peter goes through the ways DPIRD is driving towards net zero emissions by 2050. Simon provides his unique experience as a farmer and journey to build resilience into his farming system. Episode Links: Click here to read more about the Low Carbon Futures Project Click here to check out upcoming Carbon Farming workshops Click here to read more about Simon Wallwork and the work he is doing in the carbon emissions space

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientists Ciara Beard and Greg Shea In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD Research Scientists Ciara Beard and Greg Shea, exploring the Aussie Lupins website and DPIRD's work in the lupins space. Episode Links: Click here to read DPIRD's ways to understand and manage sclerotinia stem rot in lupins Click here to visit the Aussie Lupins website 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Janette Pratt Guest Speakers: DPIRD Crop Science and Grain Production Manager Bob French and DPIRD Research Scientist Stacey Power In this episode of Grains Convo, Janette Pratt hosts DPIRD Crop Science and Grain Production Manager Bob French and Research Scientist Stacey Power, as they discuss the 2024 Crop Variety Sowing Guide. Bob delves into the ways growers can utilise the guide, especially during the dry season.  While Stacey goes through new canola varieties should growers look forward to in 2024 and other factors which should be taken into account when choosing a canola variety. Episode Links: Click here to download the 2024 Crop Variety Sowing Guide Click here to explore the NVT Trials

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Discipline Leader (Weed science) Dr Catherine Borger and Senior Research Scientist Dr Harmohinder Dhammu In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD Discipline Leader (Weed science) Dr. Catherine Borger and Senior Research Scientist Dr. Harmohinder Dhammu, as they discuss how weeds performed in the 2023 season, focusing on how the season has influenced weed seed set and weed seed dormancy.  Catherine delves into whether there's value in harvest weed seed control in a dry year.  While Harmohinder goes through ways a dry season may potentially impact herbicide residue. Episode Links: Click here to visit DPIRD's webpage on Residual herbicides - carryover and behaviour in dry conditions Click here for the Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) webpage on The value of pre-emergent herbicides Click here to access the Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) manual on Rotational crop constraints for herbicides used in Australian farming systems

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientist Robert Harrison In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD research scientist Robert Harrison, as they discuss his paper on increasing wheat proteins sustainably by rotation with forage legumes.  Robert delves into what it means for a WA researcher to have their work published in a prestigious journal. He also goes through the role of forage legumes in this sustainable protein enhancement approach and why were they chosen for this study. Episode Links: Click here to read the paper

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Janette Pratt Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientists Sarah Collins and Georgie Troup In this episode of Grains Convo, Janette Pratt hosts DPIRD research scientists Sarah Collins and Georgie Troup, as they discuss annual ryegrass toxicity and its impact on the grains industry in Western Australia. Sarah enlightens listeners on what nematodes are and goes over how they may impact cropping. Georgie explains why the prevalence of ryegrass toxicity is increasing and some of the tips growers can keep in mind if they find it. Episode Links: Click here for DPIRD's article on Controlling annual ryegrass toxicity through management of ryegrass pasture Click here for DPIRD's article on Testing hay for annual ryegrass toxicity (ARGT) risk 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster Guest Speakers: DPIRD Research Scientist Sue Broughton and Dr Scott Sydenham of LongReach Plant Breeding In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD research scientist Sue Broughton and Dr Scott Sydenham of LongReach Plant Breeding, as they discuss DPIRD’s Cereal Double Haploid program and some exciting new discoveries.  Sue sheds light on what doubled haploids are and why they're useful.  While listeners discover what methods are used at DPIRD to generate doubled haploids in wheat and barley. Scott emphasises how DPIRD and LongReach have worked together to generate a highly efficient pipeline for doubled haploid production and seed multiplication. Episode Links: Click here to read the Grains Convo Newsletter on the latest in DPIRD's Cereal Doubled Haploid program Click here to discover the exciting new doubled haploid discoveries

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Janette Pratt Guest Speakers: DPIRD  Senior Research Scientist Glen Riethmuller and Research Scientist Justin Laycock In this episode of Grains Convo, Janette Pratt hosts DPIRD Senior Research Scientist Glen Riethmuller and Research Scientist Justin Laycock, as they highlight their work and insights into harvesting short, patchy crops and issues with erosion that often come with it. Glen sheds light on the impact variable crops across the grainbelt have on harvesting and gives advice to growers in regards to harvester setup, in order to manage these variable crops.  While Justin covers the issue of erosion over the summer period. Listeners will hear his advice for growers in regards to stubble heights when harvesting, including what sort of covers growers should be aiming to retain on their paddocks. Episode Links: Click here for DPIRD's webpage on harvesting short, patchy crops Click here for DPIRD's webpage on managing wind erosion 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Janette Pratt Guest Speaker: DPIRD Research Scientist Jeff Russell and GRDC Grain Storage specialist Ben White In this episode of Grains Convo, Janette Pratt hosts DPIRD Research Scientist Jeff Russell and GRDC Grain Storage specialist Ben White as they discuss the importance of growers maintaining good hygiene when it comes to cleaning their silos and storing grain. Jeff and Ben go over practical steps growers can take, with the aim of preventing contamination on the farm. As well as some tips for handling phosphine in a safe manner.  Click here for DPIRD's PestFacts issue clean augers, field bins and silos prevent insects contaminating grain. Click here for GRDC's Grain Storage Fact Sheet 

Host: DPIRD research agronomist Cindy Webster   Guest Speakers: DPIRD research scientist Jeremy Curry and UWA Principal Research Fellow Dr Michael Considine.  In this episode of Grains Convo, Cindy Webster hosts DPIRD research scientist Jeremy Curry and UWA Principal Research Fellow Dr. Michael Considine. This podcast revolves around the upcoming 7th International Plant Dormancy Symposium, which is taking place in Perth from September 12-15 2023.   Jeremy and Michael talk about how the conference, sponsored by DPIRD, will bring together researchers working on various aspects including seeds and buds.  Listeners will also get a sneak peek into their work in the field of plant dormancy.  Episode Links: Click here for DPIRD’s webpage on pre-harvest sprouting Click here for bud dormancy journal article.