Crops

Our sophisticated irrigation systems, including drip, gravity T-tape, hand-shift lateral boom, and trickle systems, ensure that your crops receive optimal water distribution.

We also offer access to a variety of water sources such as potable water, fresh creek water, and bores with low to medium EC, as well as NA and STP water for experiments that require specific water quality conditions.

We offer programmable plot planters for both summer and winter crops, allowing precise and efficient sowing.

Our equipment also includes cone seeders, broadcast systems, and no-till seeders for both pasture and crop planting, ensuring minimal soil disturbance and accurate planting depth.

The CFRU is equipped with specialised harvesters, including the Zurn plot harvester for grain research and a forage plot harvester, both equipped with GPS for precise yield measurements and data collection.

We support research in forage production and hay making with disc and sickle bar mower conditioners and baling equipment for both small and large square bales. These tools enable researchers to study different forage crops, hay quality, and harvesting techniques.

We provide access to AgWorld apps for crop monitoring and management, making it easier to track data, analyse trends, and manage trials efficiently.

We offer the opportunity to explore a variety of specialised topics, including herbicide-resistant weeds, fire ant management, bird control, bush food studies, and the management of weedy riparian zones using solutions like stem injection of herbicide and pellets.

Our GPS-enabled sprayers (available in 2, 6, and 15-metre widths) ensure efficient and uniform application of fertilisers, pesticides, and herbicides, essential for managing field trials and ensuring the accuracy of your results.

Our GPS-enabled tractors, plot harvesters, and drones are designed to enhance the accuracy of your research. Whether you are studying crop growth, yield, or soil conditions, our precision farming equipment offers the tools needed to gather highly accurate and actionable data.

Our drone technology, including scouting and spraying drones, enables real-time monitoring and precise application of treatments across research plots.

The CFRU provides access to a range of soil types, including heavy black high CEC clays and alluvial silty loams, enabling research into how different soil conditions affect crop growth, nutrient uptake, and overall productivity. This variety allows for tailored research into soil management, crop performance, and sustainability practices.

The CFRU is staffed by specialists who provide expert consultation in areas such as agricultural governance, biosecurity, weed management, and precision agriculture.

Our team also supports trial management and can assist with complex research designs.