The Moora heavy-soil chickpea trial is nearing harvest, with results showing strong establishment after reseeding, clear biomass gains from higher seeding rates and impressive nitrogen fixation. Yield data will confirm how these findings translate into performance on challenging heavy country.

NDVI monitoring at the Ballidu potassium site revealed late-season canopy differences and even highlighted an old N-banking strip that field checks missed. The article shows how NDVI can complement ground assessments and help growers interpret nutrient responses across variable soil types.

Machinery efficiency is emerging as a key driver of timeliness and investment decisions across the region. This article explores how small improvements in logistics, labour and workflow can lift real operating capacity, and links these insights with WMG’s ongoing RiskWi$e Project learnings.

WA landholders are invited to take part in the Soil CRC social benchmarking survey on farm practices, values and decision making, helping shape research, extension and regional support. A 10 to 15 minute survey that ensures local voices are heard.

WMG features in a new Soil CRC webinar series on research communication, with Project Communications Officer Simon Kruger outlining the Risk/Reward Tool Project and how grower groups are lifting extension, reporting and decision making tools to better support real farm decisions.

The Kayanaba NVT and Legume Tour brought growers and breeders together to compare cereals, canola, lupins and pulses under this season’s conditions. Strong discussion centred on traits, management and local fit across gravel rises and deep sands.

WMG Executive Officer Gabby Carrivick looks at what we’re hearing from growers during harvest, the fresh push for Research Committee involvement, and the steady groundwork underway for 2026 projects including Sandy Soils and other member-driven priorities shaping WMG’s year ahead.

At Gillingarra, a flush of ryegrass following deep soil mixing has offered an unexpected insight into how soil disturbance can “wake up” both biology and weeds. The findings are helping refine management approaches within the GRDC Soil Water Repellence Project.