Bayer Crop Science Australia

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  • Better Agriculture Podcast Episode 6 - R&D in the field

    Better Agriculture Podcast Episode 6 - R&D in the field
    Sep 11 2024
    The Bayer Cotton Research Facility in Toowoomba is a crucial part of our R&D efforts. Situated in a prime agricultural region, the Toowoomba facility is strategically placed to conduct relevant and impactful research. The facility employs both laboratories and testing fields to trial new products and technologies, under real-world conditions. The team collaborate with local universities, research institutions, and farming communities to ensure their research addresses practical agricultural challenges. These partnerships also help in the dissemination and adoption of new technologies among Australian farmers. Show notes Our host Ed Gannon is joined by Dr Kristen Knight, Facility Lead at the Bayer Toowoomba Research Facility. • [02:40] Kristin’s path into agricultural entomology and cotton traits. • [04:18] The role of the Toowoomba research facility in Bayer’s R&D efforts. • [05:37] What is Bollgard and how does it work? • [06:57] How does resistance management planning operate at the facility? • [08:40] How is a change in resistance managed? • [09:41] How does a change in resistance impact the development of Bollgard 3? • [14:28] Screening for the cotton pipeline (Bollgard 4) and other crops. • [16:30] How long between new variations of Bollgard has there been, and when can Bollgard 4 be anticipated? • [18:10] The role of farmers in Bayer’s cotton research; regional variations for cotton growing in Australia. • [24:20] What’s on the horizon for cotton traits? What would be the holy grail for cotton trait research? Guest details Dr Kristin Knight is an entomologist, working in agriculture – specifically biological controls – for over three decades. Her deep knowledge of cotton traits has been honed in her role as IRM Scientist and Facility Lead at Bayer. Kristin runs the resistance monitoring program for Bollgard 3 Cotton. Her research optimises weed and insect control for cotton growers in Australia, New Zealand and abroad.
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    33 mins
  • CropCast Episode 20 - July 2024

    CropCast Episode 20 - July 2024
    Jul 26 2024
    Bayer CropCast with Craig White & Tim Murphy from Bayer Crop Science discussing a new (Group 29) herbicide - Alion® for managing weeds on Agricultural Fence Lines. Alion contains new herbicide technology for agriculture that provides highly effective pre-emergent control of a wide range of grass and broadleaf weeds. Alion offers up to 10 months of pre‑emergence weed control, simplifying weed control in almonds, grapes, citrus & agricultural fencelines, allowing more time to focus on other important management tasks. Find out more: https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/products/herbicides/alion-500-sc-herbicide Get in touch with a Bayer Representative: www.crop.bayer.com.au/find-a-rep Users of products must read the label attached to the product before use. Labels and Safety Data Sheets are available at Bayer Crop Science: www.crop.bayer.com.au Brand names showing ® are Registered Trademarks of the Bayer Group.
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    20 mins
  • Better Agriculture Podcast Episode 5 - Behind the biggest agricultural R&D budget in the world

    Better Agriculture Podcast Episode 5 - Behind the biggest agricultural R&D budget in the world
    May 29 2024
    Innovations like biotechnology, plant breeding and digital tools have led to transformational changes in agriculture – improving yields, food security, environmental sustainability and human health. As a leading brand for crop protection and seeds, Bayer Crop Science consistently invests more in innovation, discovery and R&D than others in the global agriculture sector. While much of this work is done in labs and fields around the world, it has direct and tangible impacts for farmers in Australia and New Zealand, helping them grow food and fibre more productively and sustainably. Show notes Our host Ed Gannon is joined by Dr Bob Reiter, Head of Research and Development (global) and Chris Staff, Head of Customer Marketing (Australia/New Zealand). • [02:15] Just how big is the R&D budget for Bayer Crop Science? • [04:12] How important is R&D for the agriculture sector? • [05:05] What does Bayer invest in, and why? • [05:57] Bayer’s largest spend: breeding. • [09:00] The role of growers in the development and adoption of new innovations. • [09:41] The development of digital weed management. • [14:50] How does Bayer decide what problems to tackle with R&D investment? • [16:10] How long is the pipeline for new R&D, from idea to implementation? • [17:17] Bayer spends between 5 and 10% of their R&D investment on digital. What areas are currently being focused on? • [19:40] The launch and role of Fieldview in Australia: measuring and managing crops. • [24:30] The role of AI in R&D, and for farmers. • [26:32] The importance of not operating in isolation: working with grower organisations in Australia (Herbicide Innovation Partnership with GRDC) • [35:55] Where will Bayer R&D be in ten years’ time? Guest details Dr Bob Reiter is head of Research and Development at Bayer Crop Science, overseeing the research and development pipeline for the division. Having held various leadership roles in R&D as well as in supply chain, Reiter has nearly 30 years of experience in discovering, developing and delivering innovative R&D solutions in the agricultural space. Chris Staff is Head of Customer Marketing (Australia and New Zealand) at Bayer Crop Science. Chris is responsible for leading the development of customer-centric commercial strategies for Bayer’s crop protection, cotton and canola traits businesses. Chris’ 12 years with Bayer have included roles in asset management, channel key account management, field sales leadership and commercial excellence.
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    42 mins

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