Production & postharvest

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development contributes to the productivity, profitability and sustainability of plant-based agriculture. From broad scale dryland cropping systems to intensive irrigated production, we work with industry and business to address challenges in plant production through research and development, knowledge transfer and government policy settings.

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  • Weak seedlings with pale cotyledons

    Deep seeding in canola

    16 May 2014

    Seeding too deep will delay germination, thus reducing seed yield and oil content.

  • Yellowing of leaf margins that progresses inwards generally between leaf veins with some mottles

    Diagnosing manganese toxicity in canola

    3 February 2015

    Manganese toxicity is rare in WA, but may occur on acidic heavy soils with high manganese levels.

     

  • Well laid canola swaths near South Stirling

    Windrow assessment for canola

    15 April 2014

    The aim of this check is to ensure that the crop is at the right stage of maturity for windrowing. This will ensure that seed yield and oil content are maximised.

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