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.

Articles

  • Stunted plants with pale younger leaves

    Although canola is moderately susceptible to zinc deficiency, it is rarely seen in the paddock because many fertilisers have trace zinc levels, canola appears to be more effective in using soil zin

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

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