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The latest grains and livestock information for farmers and industry in WA

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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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DPIRD Technical Officer Sean Kelly has been tackling nematodes in WA crops for the past 27 years. Read more about Sean in the November issue of #ProtectingWA Crops newsletter. 🔗 https://t.co/0FXmw78AGp
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South Coast landholders are set to benefit from the WA Government’s partnership with @SouthCoastNRM through the Know Your Southern Soils project🌾 This project will deliver broadscale soil surveys in two key areas, helping build a clearer picture of soil health and productivity.
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The Crop Protection team has delivered an outstanding year of innovation and impact across multiple projects and trials. Read about our Top 5 highlights in the November issue of #ProtectingWACrops🌾 🔗 https://t.co/0FXmw78AGp
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Desiantha weevil is a widespread pest in WA canola crops—costing growers millions. Learn how to manage this pest effectively in the latest #ProtectingWACropsnewsletter. 🔗 https://t.co/0FXmw78AGp
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Working with community to protect WA’s environment 🤝🌱 The Community Stewardship grants are supporting 51 local projects across WA to protect, conserve and enhance our environment. Find out more about the funded projects here ➡️ https://t.co/1MdM62LQOc
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Recent rainfall is driving late-season fungal growth in wheat crops in WA. Some symptoms may be unfamiliar. Submit an ID request via the #PestFactsWA Reporter app if confirmation is needed.
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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The final #PestFactsWA newsletter for 2025 is out now🎉 Thank you to everyone who submitted insect and plant disease reports and identification requests this year! The PestFactsWA team received more than 2,000 insect and plant disease reports. @GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/JPi6NeEjee
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Growers are encouraged to consider potential plant pest and disease carryover into the 2026 growing season if WA has a wet summer and autumn, resulting in a green bridge. The latest #PestFactsWA newsletter has tips for management. @GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/tojFQR9US2
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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New and experienced agronomists are invited to attend the PREDICTA®B 2025 Soilborne disease workshop in Perth on Tuesday, 9 Dec 2025, to build their skills in identifying and managing soilborne diseases. #PestFactsWA@GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/T9iA0SFdAT
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Phomopsis lesions found on lupin pods/stems in crops & 2 NVTs ranging from Alma to Quellington. Caused by Diaporthe toxica, it can reduce yield & produce toxins that cause a fatal liver disease in livestock grazing infected stubble. #PestFactsWA@GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/KOJ4Sm6sg7
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🔈Leaf rust detected on late-emerged wheat near Geraldton & Pindar and wild oats in Bolgart. Leaf rust impact is minimal around harvest, but it important to consider for 2026 disease management. #PestFactsWA @GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/mHFiv85Eok
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Couldn’t make it to the recent #PestFactsWA webinar? The recording is now available!🎬Hear from DPIRD experts on: WA’s seasonal climate outlook, invertebrate & plant disease threats and tips to prep for next season. 📹 https://t.co/Tp54tI5Hf8 📄PPT slides: https://t.co/OClLauzgCf
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Snails found in upper canola canopies near Myrup and Mount Barker. Growers & consultants are urged to keep an eye out for snails climbing up into crop canopies and plan for this season's harvest & next season's snail management now. #PestFactsWA@GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/4nfmft6t0q
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Clean augers, field bins and silos to prevent insects contaminating grain. Detecting phosphine resistant grain pests early is important. Read the latest #PestFactsWA for the latest tips on preparing storage areas before harvest. @GRDCWest 🔗 https://t.co/nybKxHr0IR
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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🔈Native budworm moth numbers are spiking across Albany. Growers are urged to sweep canola & pulse crops - moth migration likely means increased egg-laying. Caterpillars continue to be found across WA grainbelt. Read the latest #PestFactsWAnewsletter ➡️ https://t.co/68QQcyRBhL
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Hey producers & researchers!👋🏼 Join us at the 2025 Sheep Field Day 🐑 📍 Katanning Research Station 📅 Oct 23, 1-4pm Get the latest data on the Yardstick trial, learn about lamb survival, methane research & tour our feed intake facility. 🔗Register here: https://t.co/1qmtIyAci4
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Remember to register for our #PestFactsWA webinar this Thursday from 12.30pm! Our scientists will discuss: ⛅️ WA's latest climate outlook 🪱 spring and summer invertebrates/diseases to watch 🌞 preparing for next season Register here 👉 https://t.co/hd75JRQNAq
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
2 months
Green peach aphid (GPA) numbers rising in WA canola crops. GPA can transmit turnip yellows virus early in crop growth, but most crops are now past flowering – so damage risk is low. Cabbage & turnip aphids also spotted in some areas. #PestFactsWA @GRDCWest https://t.co/c4P703sRHE
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Diamondback moths & caterpillars detected across WA canola crops, with moth hotspots at Howick, Northam, Hyden & Cascade. Late caterpillar pressure shouldn't be a problem as crops nearing swathing & less vulnerable to feeding damage #PestFactsWA @GRDCWest https://t.co/8oYyqVOP0J
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DPIRD Broadacre - WA Grains & Livestock
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Wheat streak mosaic virus, spread by the wheat curl mite, confirmed in a wheat crop near Dalwallinu and a wheat crop near Cascade. Learn more in the latest #PestFactsWA newsletter. @GRDCWest https://t.co/yJ5vuSKP5l
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