LR1: Permanent Long-term Rotation Longerenong Rotation No.1
Objective
To investigate the suitability of various cropping rotations within the Wimmera, and the impact of these rotations on soil fertility.
Key activities in current program
Block one contains CCN susceptible varieties (Ghurka wheat; Gairdner barley and Swan oats) whereas Block 2 contains CCN resistant varieties (Goldmark wheat; Barque barley; Potoroo oats) (Table 1). The trial was split into the two blocks (CCN resistant and susceptible) in 1998. Oats (grazed) was replaced by medic and oats (grain) was replaced by canola in 2000. Data collected include root disease testing (CCN, Rhizoctonia; Pratelaentus; Take All); Dry matter and tiller counts at maturity; Grain yield (header), grain size, and grain protein. Detailed weather data are collected 500 m away by Longerenong College.
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