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Wheat growing in Tasmania: Suitability factors for assisting in site selection
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posted on 2023-05-25, 20:36 authored by Cotching, W, Sparrow, L, Fiona Kerslake, Rowan SmithRowan SmithAn important site suitability factor contributing to the growing of a successful wheat crop (Triticum aestivum) is the risk of frost at the flowering stage as frost can affect yield and quality. A frost at this key growth stage can cause the grain to not fill resulting in reduced yield and downgrading to stock feed. Often these frost affected crops are best utilised as direct fodder for stock and are cut and baled prior to browning off.
History
Publication title
Wealth from Water FactsheetCommissioning body
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and EnvironmentDepartment/School
Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA)Publisher
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and EnvironmentPlace of publication
Hobart, AustraliaRepository Status
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