Burdekin growers and industry representatives are invited to attend a Weed Research Management Update next week, bringing the latest research, trials and regulatory updates to the region.
The half-day session will be held from 8am to 12pm on Thursday, 26 February 2026, at the CANEGROWERS Hall, 68 Tenth Street, Home Hill.
The update will feature Sugar Research Australia weed scientist Emilie Fillols, who will present research findings on significant weeds in the Burdekin. Topics will include pot trial results, effective pre- and post-emergent herbicide applications, current herbicide regulations for vine management, and an update on the paraquat review.
Also presenting will be Department of Primary Industries Extension Officer Jack Robertson, covering drone spraying practices, chemical selection and restrictions, strategies to minimise spray drift from drones and ground rigs, and recent herbicide trial updates.
The event is delivered by Sugar Research Australia in partnership with the Department of Primary Industries, with special thanks to Burdekin CANEGROWERS for providing the venue.
More information is available online at: https://lnkd.in/d_nX4Wtn.
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