Weeds in a dry spell - Managing behaviour and resistance

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, Paige Cross converses with Peter Boutsalis from Plant Science Consulting on the intricate challenges of managing weeds during one of the driest years on record in Southern Australia. The discussion delves into the complexities of herbicide resistance, especially concerning ryegrass and broadleaf weeds, and emphasises the importance of strategic weed management tactics such as residual herbicides, resistance testing, and soil moisture conservation. Peter provides valuable insights and practical advice on assessing resistance, managing costs, and employing long-term weed control strategies for the upcoming seasons. 00:00 Introduction to Weed Management Challenges 00:34 Meet the Expert: Peter Boutsalis 02:00 Current Weed Challenges in Southern Australia 04:15 Ryegrass and Other Problematic Weeds 06:30 Strategies for Effective Weed Management 07:00 Sampling and Testing for Herbicide Resistance 10:25 Impact of Residual Herbicides and Dry Conditions 12:51 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 14:49 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up This podcast was brought to you by the GRDC project 'Demonstration of summer fallow weed management strategies to reduce input costs in soils of the Wentworth region'.  For more info on the project visit the MSF project page click here For more info on Herbicide Resistance Testing visit Plant Science Consulting  Other useful resources - Kondinin Group Research Report June 2024 Managing Weeds and Pests During DroughtSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.