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🎙️ The Agro #5 – Rotation Planning: Time is Your Weed Control Secret Weapon

In this audio edition of Terminator Agro, we get into the underrated power of time—and how smart crop rotation can be just as important as chemical or mechanical weed control.

Hear how keeping more of your farm in crop, planning for the long haul, and knowing when to throw HWSC into the mix can help you grow more clean crop with fewer regrets.

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In this episode, Nick caught up with Peter and Andrew Moore from Horsham, VIC, during his road trip through NSW & VIC in July 2024. The Moore brothers share invaluable lessons passed down from their dad about the art of growing a good crop.

They talk about the importance of "focusing on maximising what we have rather than expanding," a principle that has guided their approach to sustainable farming. They also dive into the pitfalls of shortcuts in farming: "Taken a shortcut, and then you're chasing a bad patch of ryegrass for the next 5-6 years."

With their deep connection to the land and dedication to getting it right, the Moore brothers remind us why sustainable practices are worth the effort. As they put it, "We might quit when we get it right."

Tune in to hear their journey and insights into farming smarter, not harder.

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In this episode, Nick Berry, founder and CEO of Seed Terminator, chats with the legendary weed science guru, Professor Chris Preston from the University of Adelaide. They dive into the world of weed management, especially in the context of a dry season.

Key Highlights:

Evolution of Weed Science: Chris shares how herbicide resistance has evolved and why the most innovative farmers were the first to face resistance challenges.

Chris's Journey: From biofuels in the US to battling weeds in Adelaide, Chris’s career path is anything but ordinary.

Dry Season Tips: Learn why pre-emergent herbicides are crucial and how early post-emergent sprays can save your season.

Crop Competition: This year’s late start means less competitive crops, making vigilant weed management essential.

Future of Weed Control: Robots, new technologies, and why Chris is optimistic about the future of farming.

Proactive Strategies: Plan for crop topping and harvest weed seed control to keep those pesky weeds at bay.

With a mix of practical tips, future tech, and Chris's infectious optimism, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you manage weeds effectively and keep your crops thriving. Tune in for a fun and informative discussion with one of the best minds in weed science!

Special thanks to Chris for his wisdom and his huge contribution to Australian agriculture. You won’t want to miss this one!

Dr Nick, the inventor behind the Seed Terminator shares how to design a mill to kill weed seeds onboard a combine harvester.

The Seed Terminator is a simple attachment to the combine harvester that terminates weed seeds before they become weeds. Our mission to empower farmers with technology that can help them efficiently feed the world and leave their farm to the next generation in a better state than they found it.

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