Production & postharvest

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development contributes to the productivity, profitability and sustainability of plant-based agriculture. From broad scale dryland cropping systems to intensive irrigated production, we work with industry and business to address challenges in plant production through research and development, knowledge transfer and government policy settings.

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DDLS - Seed testing and certification services

19 November 2013

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Diagnostics and Laboratory Services (DDLS) - Seed Testing and Certification provides a variety of services including seed testing, crop
Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS)

15 October 2013

The Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) provides advisory and identification services on animal and plant pests, weeds and diseases that impact Western Australia's agriculture and food ind
2023 WA Crop Sowing Guide

27 October 2022

The Crop Sowing Guide for Western Australia is a one stop shop for variety information on all the major crops grown in WA.
Harvesting short, patchy crops

5 September 2017

Poor, dry seasons can cause crops (cereals, lupins and canola) to be patchy and short.
Wheat yield losses from delayed sowing or emergence

1 June 2017

Delayed seeding or emergence will shorten the growing season for wheat, reducing yield potentials.
Factors affecting grain crop seed germination

14 April 2015

There are many aspects to consider when seeding grain crops at the break of the season.
2024 WA Crop Sowing Guide

24 October 2023

The Crop Sowing Guide for Western Australia aims to provide information to support growers with decisions on the best choice of variety for each of the major crops for the upcoming season.
Carbon farming management options in Western Australia

13 November 2013

The aim of carbon farming is to sequester more carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as part of Australia's response to climate change.
Canola sowing time to maximise yield in Western Australia

26 March 2018

This page contains information on the optimum sowing windows to maximise grain yield of canola, for 24 locations, three soil types and three canola cultivars, obtained from the APSIM-Canola model a
When to reseed canola

9 June 2017

If you have bare paddocks or patches, you may be considering reseeding your canola.