Smarter Snail Control: Dissection
Training and Online Platform to Help
Growers Time Their Baiting with
Precision
Key Messages
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The trial aims to validate the performance of newly developed acid tolerant barley varieties (i.e. P33-1) with RGT Planet parentage on acid soils in South-western Australia.
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The research to date has primarily been conducted in Tasmania with encouraging results. After the 2023 SCF study tour to Tasmania, where SCF members met with University of Tasmania (UTAS) researchers, a positive and collaborative relationship has been established.
Resources
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| Smart Snail Control Trials Review Booklet Article 2024 |
Acknowledgements
This program was possible through investment from the Grains Research & Development Corporation, with support provided by the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development (DPIRD) WA, SEPWA, FBG, RAIN & Individual Data Collectors.
To find out more
Reach out to project lead Dan Fay dan.fay@scfarmers.org.au