Burdekin: Weed Research Management Update
WHEN: 8am – 12pm Thursday 26 February 2026
WHERE: CANEGROWERS Hall 68 Tenth Street, Home Hill
Speaker 1: SRA Weed scientist, Emilie Fillols
Topics – Research update on significant weeds in the Burdekin: pot trial results and effective pre-emergent and post emergent herbicide applications. Update on current herbicide regulations for vine management. Paraquat review update.
Speaker 2: DPI extension officer, Jack Robertson
Topics – Drone spraying, chemical selection and restrictions: how to minimise spray drift from drones and ground rigs. Herbicide trial updates.
No PPE required
Morning tea and lunch provided
RSVP: by 23/02/26
Terry Granshaw – SRA District Manager, Burdekin
TGranshaw@sugarresearch.com.au
Rebecca Sullivan, SRA District Officer, Burdekin
RSullivan@sugarresearch.com.au
Acknowledgement
This event is delivered by Sugar Research Australia and Department of Primary Industries. With special thanks to Burdekin CANEGROWERS for the venue.