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CDU study finds most AI models trip in the field

Nature is too complex for AI modelling to be effective, but the tipping point is close, according to a CDU study that found technology may trip at the last real-world hurdle…Read More

Grain Central, May 7, 2025

Trials point to fungal endophyte inoculants boosting yield, carbon

Results from the first year of QAAFI and Loam Bio trials at Gatton have shown potential fungal endophyte inoculants to boost yield and improve soil carbon. ..Read More

Grain Central, April 14, 2025

GRDC-led project to test snail, slug baiting methods

A project funded by GRDC and others is looking to help Australian grain growers find ways to reduce snail and slug damage in crops through optimised bait spreading…Read More

Grain Central, March 31, 2025

Phalaris trial seeks more sites in southern Qld, northern NSW

New sites for field trials of a UQ strategy to combat Phalaris are needed in southern Qld and northern NSW…Read More

Grain Central, March 27, 2025

Global insecurity means food security paramount: Schmitz

Ahead of an event this week involving Crop Trust executive director Stefan Schmitz, the importance of crop diversity in uncertain times is being championed…Read More

Grain Central, March 24, 2025

Canola in acid soils stands to benefit from gene discovery

Research led by NSW DPIRD has identified a key gene that counters manganese toxicity in acidic soils and has the potential to boost canola area and production…Read More

Grain Central, March 19, 2025

Chickpeas, lentils ahead of wheat, oats for human nutrition

Chickpeas and lentils offer more nutritional value to the human diet than products made from oats and wheat, research from the University of Adelaide has found…Read More

Grain Central, March 12, 2025

Update to include insights from three-season N study

Preliminary findings from a GRDC-funded project which seeks to discover the fate of applied N over up to three growing seasons will be presented at the 2025 Goondiwindi Update…Read More

Liz Wells, February 3, 2025

Goondiwindi Update to include serve of chickpea protein

The GRDC Goondiwindi Update will include insights into the levels and types of proteins in chickpeas as a potential source of plant-based protein…Read More

Liz Wells, January 24, 2025

SA launches climate-smart farming trials

Through long-term trials, the SA Discovery Farms project is looking to improve the ability of livestock producers, croppers, and mixed farmers to weather future climate challenges. ..Read More

Grain Central, January 23, 2025

Nuffied Scholar looks at benefits from astute use of AI

The impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating conversations around the globe, and the agriculture sector is no different, with the main questions around what it means for the industry..Read More

Grain Central, January 20, 2025

Results point to time in storage lifting wheat falling numbers

Preliminary findings suggest wheat that initially fails the 300-second falling numbers test could pass it if stored in favourable conditions for 4-6 months…Read More

Grain Central, December 11, 2024

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