By Dr Imma Farre, DPIRD South Perth Key messages In your area, maximum canola yields are achieved with sowings from early-April to mid-May or end-May. Stored soil moisture contribution to final yields is variable. The contribution of stored soil moisture … Continued
Todays’ update contains some positive news. WA’s infection rates are beginning to fall which is wonderful for our healthcare system and those at risk! However that does not mean we will be coming out of lockdown. Such an approach could … Continued
Well, another day and this pandemic is increasing rapidly. This morning there were 311 cases in WA, 4,163 in Australia and 18 deaths. Although we have started to flatten the curve, health professionals are saying we need to do more. … Continued
The McGowan Government and FoodAllianceWA have today launched a dedicated program to support jobs and fill labour shortages in the agriculture and food industry across Western Australia in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new website – http://www.jobsinwafoodandag.com – will allow workers … Continued
Southern Dirt has passed your messages to government and will continue to do so during this crisis. Last night the Minister for Agriculture released a statement saying that food and agriculture production and supply chains will not be affected by … Continued
With the first 4 positive detection of the virus in the Southwest, it is only a matter of time till we see it transmitted to other regional communities. It is now time to up the anti and really look at … Continued