Lentil phenology and yield responses to management practices and environment – Wagga Wagga, Rankins Springs and Methul – 2022

Abstract

Key findings • Maturity grain yield averaged 3.30 t/ha at Methul, 2.62 t/ha at Wagga Wagga and 2.45 t/ha at Rankins Springs. • Grain yield increased by 27% and 21% at Wagga Wagga and Methul, respectively, when sowing was delayed to mid June, due to the extended growing season. • PBA Hallmark XT[PBR] showed broad adaptation, achieving comparable yields to the top yielding varieties at all locations. • Wet spring conditions in combination with mild temperatures, were conducive to large crop biomass at all 3 locations with 8.6 t/ha at Methul, 8.4 t/ha at Wagga Wagga, and 7.6 t/ha at Rankins Springs.