Targeting maximum yields of irrigated wheat in southern NSW

Abstract

Key findings •• Correct varietal selection and optimal agronomic management can result in irrigated wheat yields of over 10 t/ha. •• LongReach Cobra[PBR], LongReach Trojan[PBR] and Beckom[PBR] were the highest yielding varieties. •• Delaying nitrogen fertiliser application by applying the greatest amount at booting was shown to improve grain protein concentration and reduce lodging compared with applying more nitrogen at sowing. •• A plant population of 120 plants/m2 was shown to yield more than higher plant populations whilst also minimising lodging.