CropCast Episode 13 July-August 2020

Bayer Crop Science Australia

On this episode Market Development Agronomists Craig White, Ian McMaster, Tim Murphy and Gus MacLennan talk about the current seasonal conditions, pre-emergent herbicide activity/behaviour, trial work currently underway with 145 broadacre trials in over 80 locations around Australia, take a look here: https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/news-and-insights/news/news-container/2020/07/23/06/44/2020-broadacre-market-development-trials Early weeds are the most competitive, so control them early for the most benefit. You can safely use Velocity® in wheat and barley from the 2-leaf crop stage, and Precept® for broadleaf weed control in Oats, Wheat and Barley from the 3-leaf crop stage. We talk in detail about Aviator® Xpro® (prothioconazole and bixafen) role and tips for managing key leaf diseases like Sclerotinia in canola, Septoria and Eyespot in cereals as examples. Leafshield™ (adjuvant system in Aviator Xpro) ensures even leaf distribution and rapid rainfastness, which is very useful at this time in the season. We have comprehensive tank mix compatibility guides available too: https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/find-crop-solutions/by-product/fungicides/aviator-xpro-foliar-fungicide TWITTER CONTACTS Craig White (WA) twitter.com/photobycw Matt Willis (WA) twitter.com/MattWillisAg Richard Jackman (Qld,NNSW) twitter.com/rjjackman1 Tim Murphy (SA) twitter.com/TimMurp95018877 Ian McMaster (Vic) twitter.com/AgMixmaster Gus MacLennan NSW) twitter.com/gusmac05 Users of products must read the label attached to the product before use. Labels and Safety Data Sheets are available at Bayer Crop Science: www.crop.bayer.com.au (NOTE: Since recording this podcast, Bayer staff are adhering to physical distancing, hygiene and other directives and procedures in relation to COVID-19. Our number one priority is the safety and well-being of our customers, our employees, business partners and the communities in which we live and work. Bayer representatives are currently limiting their travel as per government and company guidelines. The Bayer Crop Science team are still available and keen to discuss agriculture and food production with you anytime. We will be looking at further ways that Bayer staff can continue to connect with the industry during the coming months.)