Marathon Herbicide: Flexible Control for Broadleaf Weeds
Marathon herbicide from ADAMA is now in stock at AW Vater & Co. A flexible early post-em option for wheat and barley, targeting tough and resistant broadleaf weeds like wild radish and sow thistle.
5 Top Summer Spraying Tips
“A job worth doing is worth doing well.” Our 5 Tips for Better Summer Spraying Results. The last few summers have been strong reminders of the importance of retaining subsoil moisture through an effective summer spraying program. The lack of summer rainfall and very late breaks has meant going into sowing with little to no stored […]
How To Improve Grain Storage (And The One Thing Some Forget)
Whether you’re storing seed for next season or holding grain and waiting for the right price, it’s essential to reduce the risk of insect damage. Here’s four tips to get it right.
8 Tips For A Safe Fire Season
Updated for SA’s Fire Danger Season Mid North & Yorke Peninsula fire ban season runs from 1 November 2025 to 30 April 2026. Bushfire risk is part of life in rural South Australia, but solid preparation makes all the difference. Below is an updated, easy-to-follow checklist of eight practical things you can do to protect […]
What Grain Protectants Should You Be Using This Season? 2026 Guide.
Unsure what grain protectant is best for our local SA farms? Our team has reviewed the best available options to help you protect your grain this season, whether it’s headed for feed, storage, or export*.
Top Summer Grazing Options for Australian Livestock Producers (2026 Guide)
Cattle grazing in a summer field with hills in the background
CLiK Flystrike Prevention Guide: Which Elanco Product Is Best for Your Sheep This Summer?
Flystrike is one of the most damaging and costly animal-health issues facing Australian sheep producers. It’s painful, fast-moving, and expensive, costing the industry millions of dollars every year. The best way to protect your flock (and your bottom line) is to stay ahead of it with timely, strategic prevention. One of the most trusted tools […]
Adelaide Oval Secrets: How to Grow a World-Class Lawn at Home
By Caleb Schwartz Everyone Loves A Great Lawn The aesthetic appeal, childhood memories, and sense of pride that comes with a great lawn make it a cherished part of Aussie life. Whether it’s the smell of fresh-cut grass, the vibrant green underfoot, or the open space it offers for relaxing, playing, or gathering, a well-kept […]
Yorke Peninsula Barley Net Blotch Shows Triple Fungicide Resistance – What Growers Should Know
Barley net form net blotch with resistance to Groups 3, 7 & 11 fungicides has emerged in SA. Find out how to manage risk, protect yield, and stay ahead.
Buying and Selling InterGrain Clearfield Varieties Just Got Easier
InterGrain Clearfield® wheat and barley varieties can now be legally traded farmer-to-farmer. Learn which varieties are eligible and how to register your trade.
