Weed/Pest control

Greeneye states its precision spraying technology is proven to cut herbicide use by 78% and reduce costs by more than 50% on average compared to standard broadcast spraying. - Photo: Greeneye

19-10-2021 | News

AI precision spraying technology to cut herbicide use by 78%

For maximum effectiveness of IPM, it is important to use accurate monitoring tools. - Photo: Farmbox

13-10-2021 | News

Farmbox monitoring tool to reduce pesticide use in soybean

The number of chemical option available has not kept pace with the continued proliferation of herbicide resistant weed species. - Photo: Canva

06-10-2021 | Article

Next generation weed management tools

Photo: Canva

05-10-2021 | News

Near Infrared Imagery detects mycotoxins in corn

The Diopsis scanner uses a digital camera with software designed and built specifically for Diopsis. Insects are attracted to the screen and are photographed when they are on the screen. - Photo: Syngenta

04-10-2021 | News

Syngenta explores insect scanner technology in agriculture

Powdery mildew is a challenging disease for Australian barley growers. - Photo: GRDC

28-09-2021 | Article

Barley crops with more resistance to powdery mildew

Photo: Cromai

27-09-2021 | News

Cromai Scan to reduce herbicide use by 65% in weed control

The iSCOUT Color Trap consists of a yellow adhesive trap with a 10-megapixel photo camera aimed at it. - Photo: NPPL

24-09-2021 | Video

VIDEO: New method for aphid detection and monitoring

Agricon developed a sensor with which spot spraying in corn is possible. Technologies like these could help prevent significant yield losses in corn. - Photo: Koos Groenewold

14-09-2021 | News

Weeds to drag down corn yields in the future

The Tarvos smart traps count the number of moths. - Photo: Tarvos

13-09-2021 | News

Tarvos insect traps show input savings and loss prevention