Science
Is it too late to be growing legumes in the Mallee?
2024-05-31
Can grain legumes still perform with a late start?
In this episode, Paige Cross discusses the potential for grain legume crops with Dr. Penny Roberts, the resident research manager at MSF. They explore the complexities and opportunities of planting grain legumes late in the season, focusing on crop types, subsoil moisture, and best farm practices.
Dr. Roberts shares insights on risk management strategies, the importance of inoculation, and how to ensure maximum crop performance despite a late start. Valuable tips and resources for farmers are also highlighted to support successful legume production.
00:00 Introduction and Key Questions
00:18 Meet Dr. Penny Roberts
01:04 Is It Too Late to Grow Grain Legumes?
02:15 Decision-Making for Paddock Selection
03:06 Time of Sowing Considerations
04:22 Subsoil Moisture and Sowing Tips
05:10 Farm Practices for Late Sowing
06:40 Inoculation and Rhizobia Management
09:02 Final Tips and Summary
10:45 Conclusion and Resources
For the GRDC Doubling inoculant rates fact sheet click here
SA Grain Legume Production in SA
Grain Legume Extension Hub Victoria
Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More Episodes
2020-10-30
2020-08-28
2020-07-23
2020-07-17
2020-07-09
2020-07-01
2020-07-01
2020-07-01
2020-06-22
Get this podcast on your
phone, FREE
