Growers now have a mind-boggling range of choices when it comes to variety choice. Increasingly sophisticated plant breeding technology, including the introduction genetically modified options, is providing the savvy farmer with an extensive sowing shopping list. A changing farming environment, including more extreme weather events and shorter-growing seasons, coupled with an increased development of herbicide resistance, are making varietal selection more and more crucial to the success of Australian cropping operations.
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