The overall objective of this project was to develop improved conventional and transgenic cotton varieties adapted to Australian growing conditions and producing fibre suitable for our markets.

Microsatellite data collected over many of the grain growing regions of eastern Australia from December 2002 through to May 2005, has detected and described variable gene-flow years (i.e.

This forum is recognised as the main conference for cotton research. The conference consists

of four days of individual reports, panel discussions, hands-on workshops and seminars about

The Cotton Research and Development Corporation have demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting research in water use efficiency across the industry.

Investigation of the ecological value of irrigation farm water storages, Comparison of on farm storages with nearby natural water bodies,. On farm storages support a range of macroinvertebrate species.

Well designed irrigation storages and water courses on cotton farms can aid in the removal of sediment, nutrients and pesticides from irrigation water and enhance their habitat value for native plants and animals.

Sampling methodologies and locations affect Interpretation of soil and plant analysisCorrect storage of samples before analysis is importantWeather is an important factor in petiole and leaf tissue sampling Petiole te

URS Australia was commissioned by the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to prepare a handbook of technologies that are available to provide flexibility in irrigation delivery systems to deal with the varying irri

Final Report - Development of measures of soil health

Incentives for irrigationWater use and scheduling of Bolgard IIEgg collections for resistance testing

Final Report - Rhizosphere biological functions as influenced by GM cotton

Thesis Nutrient loss in cotton production: A preliminary investigation of major nutrients being transported in the irrigation tail waters

This document includes a summary of the Irrigation Futures Forum Aspirations and a snapshot of irrigation in the Gou I burn-Broken Reg ion.

The Rapid Appraisal of Riparian Condition assesses the ecological condition of riparian habitats using indicators that reflect functional aspects of the physical, community and landscape features of the riparian zone.

Final Report Protection of cotton seedlings from Thielaviopsis by microbes

This project aimed to find a suitable tool to assist growers assess vegetation condition.

A ground-breaking national research project is underway on 43 mixed farms to quantify the relationships between biodiversity and on-farm production.

A new National Economics Project is underway to improve the profitability of farm businesses.

Improving feedbase utilisation and distribution is the key focus for a new national Grain & Graze research project.

This issue of Rip Rap has articles discussing techniques for knowledge sharing that may assist the adoption of research findings for improved river and riparian management.