White Star is an improved potato variety which was selected in Western Australia for its ability to produce high yields of large tubers under winter and spring growing conditions.
Dryland salinity (salinity on non-irrigated land) is one of the greatest environmental threats facing Western Australia's agricultural land, water, biodiversity and infrastructure.
Almost all of WA citrus fruit is sold in the local market. Fruit has been sent to export markets since 2015 and is increasing.
Running a flock of sheep and raising lambs has both direct (enteric fermentation) and indirect (lime, fertiliser, fuel, production of feed) greenhouse gas emissions.
Orchard management starts from planning and goes through to harvest to achieve the best marketable yield. It includes orchard establishment, irrigation, nutrition, canopy management and orchard protection.
DPIRD has evaluated a number of emerging wine grape varieties for their suitability for production in Western Australia. Complementing this work, the department has also explored opportunities, barriers and potential of emerging wine grape varieties in the Australian market.
Spreading clay on light, sandy soils helps to increase soil water holding capacity, retain nutrients and overcome water repellence. Adding clay to non-wetting sands also increases potential to store soil organic carbon.
Green or brown manuring is the practice of returning plant material to a soil to increase soil organic matter, improve soil fertility and reduce weeds.
Pruning is a cultural practice involving the removal of tree branches and limbs.
This is essential after harvest to maintain productivity. With citrus, correct pruning can make a significant difference to yields and fruit quality.
Fertiliser is a major input cost for vegetable growers. Vegetable growers need to gain maximum yield for the fertiliser applied.
