Rice Extension
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Funded by growers & the Australian Gov through @AgriFuturesAU to support the adoption of innovation, research & development outcomes in the Aus rice industry.
Leeton, New South Wales
Joined December 2014
The CY25 Annual Summary has arrived! A culmination of all the data, projects, insights and activities across the entire season, it's designed to be a valuable resource for anyone in the rice industry. Check it out⬇️ https://t.co/uvgDqYMGx0
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National Agriculture Day is a chance to recognise and celebrate Australia’s incredible farm sector. We’re fortunate to spend our days working in the industry with farmers, researchers and partners who continuously strive for improvement. This year’s theme “Stand with the
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Rice quality is not just about how it looks in the field. All of these factors determine if the rice can be sold for a premium. High-quality rice = higher returns for growers + better eating experience for consumers. #AussieRice #RiceExtension #AussieGrowers
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Nitrogen is always a big topic in farming because of the role it can play in the outcome of the crop. Getting it right is important, but it's not the only thing to keep in mind.
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It's National Water Week and this year's theme "Bring Water into Focus" encourages people to see water not just as a resource, but as something that connects everything in our lives. For rice, water is one of our most precious resources and biggest inputs. While we focus on
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From Paddock to Plate: Celebrating Australian Rice on World Food Day Australia’s rice industry is a story of quality, innovation, and resilience. The Riverina region in southern New South Wales produces around 98% of the nation’s rice, with recent seasons yielding
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Celebrating International Day of Rural Women 👩🌾 From the paddocks of the Riverina to boardrooms, laboratories, and community halls – women have always been at the heart of Australian rice. Through innovation, leadership, and resilience, they’ve shaped a dynamic and
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There's going to be lots of talk about quality this season so let's get started by busting some myths you may believe. Not sure the best way to manage for quality? Our team are more than happy to provide advice - give us a call.
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Last week we hosted pre-season meetings in Moulamein, Deni and Griffith. In conjunction with the agronomist meetings, we spoke to over 30 agronomists and 150+ growers about the upcoming season. #rice #australianrice #ricegrowers
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Thank you @TerraAG for the invitation and opportunity to speak at the recent Breakfast Meeting We always appreciate events like this that gives us a chance to speak with growers and agronomists, both familiar and new. Special mention to the coffee and bacon & egg rolls which
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The PI Predictor has a new look and some helpful additions ahead of the upcoming season. Let us know if you have any questions about how it works or the best way to apply it in CY26 and we'll do our best to get back to you. @jamesbrinkhoff @une_aarsc
#ricecrop #agtech
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Due to the recent SunRice announcement, SunRice and Rice Extension are bringing the meetings for Moulamein, Deni and Griffith forward to this week. SunRice will provide details of their announcement and RE will present benchmarking results and practical crop tips to maximise
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The team at @une_aarsc and @jamesbrinkhoff have released an updated PI Predictor tool expanding on capabilities to predict flowering dates and include weather and historical data. Check it out for yourself: https://t.co/TtQltdKNnn
#ricecrop #australianrice
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Getting nutrition right can make a big difference in the performance of your crop. Using EM Mapping and Soil Testing to get accurate and detailed data can help you get the balance right. Check out the resource at https://t.co/xnZxK7TERb
#riceresource #australianrice
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A one-stop-shop for agronomists and growers for all current rice varieties the Rice Variety Guide 2024-25 is a good resource to have in your back pocket. We expect an updated version from DPI shortly, but in the meantime download a copy at https://t.co/9mg0LWYLT4
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Our most recent newsletter hit inboxes last week and included takeaways from recent events and this year's award winners. If you missed it, you can read it here https://t.co/RZDIZyL9xd and subscribe on our website to get the next sent directly to you.
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Consider joining this workshop hosted by Southern Growers Inc to learn about factors driving productivity in a local faba bean crop. Key elements like soil health, nitrogen and irrigation will be discussed with opportunities for a Q&A. #riceextension #soilhealth #agworkshop
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The @PortofMelbourne Highest Yield Award, recognises the top yielding grower of each region and overall. Congratulations to this year's winners: the Martin family, Martin Morona, Shane Mannes and Nathan Cauduro. https://t.co/QysC74nmP5
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The Yenda Producers Variety Yield Awards are awarded to the grower with the highest yield in each of the individual special varieties. This year's winners are: Brett Turner, Craig Bradshaw, the Strong family, Kevin Warren and Josh Small. https://t.co/QysC74mOZx
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Celebrating excellence in rice farming, the Rice Industry Awards recognise innovation, sustainability and yield achievements across key regions and specialist grain varieties. Discover our top...
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