drought

Field of drought stressed cotton plants. - Photo: Canva

14-07 | News

New tool predicts crop yields in the southeast of the USA

The technology stops the overuse of water and fertilisers through precision irrigation, and helps to increase yields, according to Agrinoze. - Photo: Agrinoze

23-05 | Article

‘A plant itself knows better when it needs water’

Photo: Koos Groenewold

23-05 | Expert opinion

Sustainable water management: Lessons for farmers worldwide

The Burdekin Irrigation Project aims to maximise industry profitability through smarter irrigation practices which will also improve environmental outcomes. - Photo: Josh Withers

22-05 | Article

Cane farmers near Great Barrier Reef are adopting irrigation automation

Long coleoptile wheats can be sown at depths of more than 10 centimetres, making better use of stored soil moisture. - Photo: GRDC

18-05 | Article

Long coleoptile wheat a game changer for Australian growers

Dutch arable farmer Klaas Schenk says that a well has been added where main pipes come together and from which the desired water level can be regulated. - Photo's: Marga van der Meer

04-05 | Article

Dutch farmer Klaas Schenk expands water management system

Photo: Canva

05-12-2022 | News

Drought resilient wheat a step closer with discovery of new gene

Droughts are expected to continue. Smart irrigation technology can help farmers use less water and earn more money. Read how in this blog. Photo: Canva

13-10-2022 | Expert opinion

How new technology can help farmers survive increasing droughts

Bioceres is seeking planting approvals for GMO wheat field tests in Australia next year. - Photo: David Maunsell

06-07-2022 | News

Plans for field tests with GMO wheat in Australia

Photo: EPA

26-05-2021 | News

Discovery to help growing crops despite drought