DPIRD research scientists Meredith Guthrie and Steve Bradshaw discuss the 2026 seasonal outlook for WA and how growers can use climate and weather information, and DPIRD tools, to support decision making throughout the season. The episode explores current rainfall conditions, the potential development of an El Niño and positive Indian Ocean Dipole later this year, and what those climate drivers could mean for winter and spring rainfall across the grainbelt.

The discussion also highlights the newly upgraded DPIRD Weather App and DPIRD’s statewide weather station network, which provides growers with real time weather data, radar overlays, and customised alerts to help monitor seasonal conditions.

Episode Links:

‎DPIRD Weather Stations App - Apple

DPIRD Weather Stations App - Google Play

DPIRD Season 2026 webpage

Potential yield tool

Soil Water Tool

Rainfall to date tool

Extreme weather events tool