CropCast Episode 15 - March 2021

Bayer Crop Science Australia

On this episode Market Development Agronomists Craig White and Matt Willis talk about early season issues including controlling the “green bridge” of weeds , insects and diseases brought on by summer rainfall in Western Australia and important topics relating to planting of the 2021 broadacre crops. Matt and Craig and the Market Development team right around Australia are updating advisers and growers on important topics, and how Bayer solutions can work for them in the field. Roundup UltraMax – getting the best out of this weed knockdown product to help manage the green bridge and moisture conservation. Not all glyphosates are equal. EverGol Energy – Second to none Smut and Bunt control in cereals, suppression of Rhizoctonia, Crown rot and pythium either applied on seed, in furrow application or both. Matt and Craig discuss Mateno® Complete herbicide. This herbicide is currently under development by Bayer for grass and broadleaf weed control in wheat and barley, with flexible Incorporated by Sowing (IBS) or Early Post Emergence (EPE) application timings. Field trial experience from previous seasons and results are very promising. We will be demonstrating Mateno Complete throughout Australia in 2021, and there is sure to be a trial or demonstration in a paddock near you. At the time of publication of this podcast, Mateno Complete is not a registered product. An application for Registration has been submitted. Sakura® (850WG granule) and NEW Sakura® Flow (480SC liquid) is in high demand, as they have set the standard for pre-emergence grass weed control in wheat and some pulse crops. With a decade of reliable field performance with up to 12 weeks residual grassweed control, Sakura herbicide is now available in 2 formulations, and four convenient pack sizes including the very popular 100 hectare pack (Sakura WG) and a new 50 hectare Sakura Flow (liquid) pack. This allows for great flexibility at the boom spray and performance in the paddock. And there is an interesting piece about the Dingo Fence in Australia built in 1885. It influences the vegetation depending which side and can be seen from space. Bayer has a dedicated IWM - Weed Control website www.mix-it-up.com.au with useful tools and information for managing weeds on your farm. TWITTER CONTACTS  Craig White (WA) twitter.com/photobycw  Matt Willis (WA) twitter.com/MattWillisAg  Richard Jackman (Qld,NNSW) twitter.com/rjjackman1  Tim Murphy (SA) twitter.com/TimMurp95018877  Ian McMaster (Vic) twitter.com/AgMixmaster  Gus MacLennan NSW) twitter.com/gusmac05 Users of products must read the label attached to the product before use. Labels and Safety Data Sheets are available at Bayer Crop Science: www.crop.bayer.com.au (NOTE: Since recording this podcast, Bayer staff are adhering to physical distancing, hygiene and other directives and procedures in relation to COVID-19. Our number one priority is the safety and well-being of our customers, our employees, business partners and the communities in which we live and work. Bayer representatives are currently limiting their travel as per government and company guidelines. The Bayer Crop Science team are still available and keen to discuss agriculture and food production with you anytime. We will be looking at further ways that Bayer staff can continue to connect with the industry during the coming months.)