Regional and Seasonal content

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Plough pan is blocky and fractured with a distinct upper and lower layer.

Many Western Australian soils have cemented, dense or poorly structured clay subsoils or hardpans that restrict root growth..

The majority of national and international models indicate below median rainfall for the South West Land Division for February to April 2024.

Further ahead, the majority of models are ...

Research aims to boost oat resistance against Septoria blotch in Western Australia 
Strengthening wheat crops against frost
Transforming soil for enhanced crop vitality 
Defeating...

Historical rainfall decile maps for the South West Land Division (SWLD) are provided using the baseline period 1975 to 2023.

Western Australia remains relatively free of pests and diseases that adversely affect our agricultural industries and environment.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's (DPIRD) Quarantine WA service is here to support individuals and businesses as they pursue their activities, while ensuring our borde

The iOS and Android versions of DPIRD’s Weather Stations app (also known as DAFWA Weather Stations) are no longer supported by the Apple and Google app stores and will be permanently retired on 16 

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's Quarantine WA service works hard to prevent the introduction of exotic pests, diseases and weeds found in other states and territorie

Officers of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) assess rangeland condition to provide advice on planning and managing grazing pressure on leases, and for requireme

Three species of feral deer are found in Western Australia: rusa, red and fallow. All 3 species are declared pests and need be reported.

Wind and water erosion risk is increased where fire removes groundcover and some seed reserves.

In support of the State Government’s commitment to reducing industry emissions and mitigating climate change, DPIRD has undertaken a life cycle assessment (LCA) for avocado production in Western Au

Carbon farming refers to the land-based activities that store carbon in vegetation and soil (sequestration), or minimise the release of greenhouse gases from livestock, soil or vegetation (avoidanc

Most individuals presume that they are already weed-aware because of the effort they put into removing weeds from their lawns and flower beds.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is excited to support Western Australian (WA) agtech start-up businesses to attend evokeAG 2024 in Perth from 20-21 February 20

The Cattle Industry Funding Scheme (Cattle IFS) Management Committee is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for grants to support biosecurity-related research and innovation projects, that will

In support of the State Government’s commitment to reducing industry emissions and mitigating climate change, DPIRD commissioned a life cycle assessment (LCA) for beef production in Western Austral

The Western Australian Government, through the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, is focusing resources on supporting the growth of premium and value-add food and beverage b

Summary

This short edition of the Seasonal Climate Outlook indicates that the rainfall outlook for the South West Land Division January to March 2024, is neutral, meaning there is an equal...

The Farm Debt Mediation Scheme in Western Australia is available to assist farm and pastoral businesses and financial institutions resolve disputes about business financial arrangements.

  

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