Grain yields in the high-rainfall zone (HRZ) have always posed a paradox, remaining far lower than modelling had predicted. However, that is now changing as a result of a comprehensive new research program covering farm-management practices, soil nutrition and plant biology and the development of tools that are helping to better predict the yield and economic benefits of applying inputs in the high-rainfall zone.

Further information:

Dr Penny Riffkin Dept. Economic Development, Jobs, Transport & Resource - Victoria

0418 514 815

03 5573 0926

[email protected]

Malcolm McCaskill

03 5573 0957

[email protected]

Useful resources: https://communities.grdc.com.au/crop-nutrition?s=HRZ+decision+support+tools

Visit https://extensionaus.com.au

More resources GRDC Podcast, Lifting HRZ cereal yields: https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/audio/podcast/lifting-hrz-cereal-yields

GRDC project code: DAV00141

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