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Showing 11-20 of 68 results
30 April 2026
DISEASE: Verticillium Wilt
Verticillium wilt is a soil‑borne disease that can cause significant cotton yield losses, particularly under cool, wet conditions and in later‑maturing crops. It is widespread across NSW and parts of Queensland and can be difficult to diagnose in the field.
11 December 2025
Counter sale guide for phenoxy herbicides
Phenoxy herbicides such as 2,4-D, MCPA and dicamba can cause damage to sensitive crops such as tomatoes, grapes and cotton. These crops are very sensitive to this group of herbicides and small...
27 November 2025
Managing Silverleaf Whitely in Australian Cotton
Silverleaf whitefly (SLW) is a major pest of mid to late-stage cotton. SLW honeydew is a serious contaminant of cotton lint, with the potential to harm our export reputation. This comprehensive fact...
1 July 2025
Biodiversity Monitoring Tools
These biodiversity monitoring tool fact sheets aim to prepare growers for future sustainability and market demands and highlight the support available for growers seeking detailed guidance.
23 June 2025
BIOSECURITY/STEWARDSHIP: Managing ratoons and volunteers
The control of unwanted volunteer and ratoon cotton is an essential part of good integrated pest and disease management.
23 May 2025
Wet Picking & Soil Compaction
Clay soils in Australia largely underpin the cotton industry due to their excellent water-holding capabilities. However, this beneficial trait can pose challenges when rainfall coincides with cotton...
5 March 2025
Climate Analysis for Cotton Production across Northern Australia
Climate is the most important factor impacting cotton growth and development and how the crop might be managed in northern Australia.
16 January 2025
Centre pivot system capacity: how it's calculated & why it's important
System capacity is the most important design criterion for centre pivot and lateral move (CPLM) systems. This fact sheet walks through the calculation of system capacity in centre pivot (CP)...
16 January 2025
Northern Australia Climate Review 2025
Northern Australia is characterised by its highly variable rainfall patterns, influenced by a range of complex climatic systems. For agricultural practices, especially in cotton farming understanding...
23 December 2024
Diagnosing Diseases
How to collect, store & send plant samples.
