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Identifying dispersive (sodic) soils

10 November 2015

It is not always easy to identify the degree of dispersion or sodicity in soils. The choice of suitable management depends on knowing the soil sodicity and whether dispersion is a problem.

Spray grazing - for broadleaf weed control in pastures

12 May 2015

Options for control of winter broad leaved weeds, in pastures, is a common inquiry. A fairly reliable method is spray grazing.

Sheep standing in the middle of a paddock.

Pasture manipulation - for grass control

30 April 2015

Pasture manipulation is the application of herbicides for grass control early in the growing season (autumn or early winter).

It is often the preferred option for grass control.

Paddock with excess water, covered by eroded soil

Water erosion control after fire – Western Australia

12 February 2015

Following a fire that removes paddock ground cover, the risk of water erosion is greatly increased.

Research into the health benefits of apples is expected to increase the value of the WA apple industry and contribute to improved human dietary health.

Breeding healthier apples

30 March 2015

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and The University of Western Australia (UWA) are leading research into breeding flavonoid-rich apples – healthier apples for c

Two cattle grazing pasture with sheep grazing in the background.

Prevent ruminants accessing chicken litter and organic fertilisers containing animal matter

9 March 2015

All livestock producers should take steps to prevent ruminant livestock accessing meat or animal products.

Ship being loaded at port

Agribusiness Innovation Fund

20 August 2015

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is committed to supporting the Western Australian agriculture and food sector to grow and develop, in order to capitalise on gr

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Dried Fruit Beetle (Carpophilus)-pest of stone fruit

13 April 2015

Carpophilus, also known as driedfruit beetles, are a worldwide pest of fruits, both pre- and post-harvest, and grains.

Livestock post-mortem techniques workshop

Sampling and post-mortem resources for veterinarians

9 March 2015

The following resources have been produced by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) to assist veterinarians in selecting and preparing samples and conducting livesto

Ruminant animal post-mortem guide

6 March 2015

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia, has produced a visual guide to assist in carrying out a thorough ruminant animal post-mortem.

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