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PRODUCT INFORMATION
New Zealand grows some of the highest Wheat yields in the world. We are fortunate to enjoy the ideal climatic conditions, to have available Water for Irrigation and to be home to some of the best Arable Farmers in the World to make this possible. As yield is the primary driver of profitability for Wheat Crops this makes it a very economically attractive Crop to Grow.
Climate:
- Best suited to Winter Production. Optimum Day Temperature 15–20°C with Cool Nights.
Soil:
- Well-drained Soils; Optimum pH 5.5–6.5 (CaCl₂). Good Physical, Chemical and Biological Condition.
Soil Conditioning:
- Apply lime according to Soil Analysis where required. Gypsum can improve Soil Structure and supply Calcium and Sulphur.
Planting Time:
- Winter Wheat: mid-April to last week of May; earlier in lowveld areas. Delayed Planting can reduce Yield by about 50 kg/ha/day after May.
Maturity:
- Approximately 125–140 days, depending on Variety, Altitude and Weather.
Plant Population:
- Target 220–250 Plants/m².
Seed Rate:
- Drilling: 110–125 kg/ha.
- Broadcasting: 125–135 kg/ha.
Water Requirement:
- Approximately 450–600 mm/ha over the Crop Cycle.
Establishment Irrigation:
- Soil should be at Field Capacity at Planting. Light Irrigation around 4–5 Days after Sowing may assist Emergence.
Hardening:
- Temporarily withhold Irrigation for approximately 10–14 Days, depending on Soil Type, to encourage Crown Roots and Tillering.
Fertiliser:
- General Guide: 300–500 kg/ha Compound Fertiliser plus 350–500 kg/ha Urea or Ammonium Nitrate, adjusted according to Soil Analysis and Yield Target.
N-P-K Requirement:
Approximately 160–190 kg N, 50–70 kg P and 30–50 kg K/ha.
Top Dressing:
- Apply after Hardening, generally 14–21 Days after Emergence on Heavier Soils; Sandy Soils may require Split Applications.
Protein:
- Premium Wheat requires at least 11% Protein; Nitrogen Management and Variety influence Grain Protein.
Weed Control:
- Use appropriate Post-Emergence Herbicides after the Hardening-Period Irrigation. Always follow Product Labels.
Pests:
- Monitor for Aphids, Stalk Borers, Fall Armyworm and Quelea Birds. Scout regularly and treat when economic thresholds are reached.
Diseases:
- Main concerns include Leaf Rust, Stem Rust, Powdery Mildew, Fusarium Head Blight and Take-All. Resistant varieties and Preventative Fungicide Programmes are recommended in Disease-prone Areas.
Last Irrigation:
- Stop Irrigation at physiological maturity when the peduncle/neck below the ear turns yellow. Late Irrigation can reduce Grain Quality and Encourage Pre-harvest Sprouting.
Harvest:
- Normally Combine Harvested on Large-scale Farms. Combines should be correctly adjusted to Minimise Harvest Losses.
Most Important Management Points:
1. Plant at the correct time.
2. Start with the Soil Profile at Field Capacity.
3. Maintain Good Establishment and Crown-Root Development.
4. Base Fertiliser and Soil-Conditioning Rates on Soil Analysis.
5. Monitor Irrigation, Weeds, Pests and Diseases throughout the Crop.
6. Avoid Unnecessary Irrigation during Grain Dry-Down.
7. Keep Irrigation and Crop-Management Records for Future Planning.
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Climate:
- Best suited to Winter Production. Optimum Day Temperature 15–20°C with Cool Nights.
Soil:
- Well-drained Soils; Optimum pH 5.5–6.5 (CaCl₂). Good Physical, Chemical and Biological Condition.
Soil Conditioning:
- Apply lime according to Soil Analysis where required. Gypsum can improve Soil Structure and supply Calcium and Sulphur.
Planting Time:
- Winter Wheat: mid-April to last week of May; earlier in lowveld areas. Delayed Planting can reduce Yield by about 50 kg/ha/day after May.
Maturity:
- Approximately 125–140 days, depending on Variety, Altitude and Weather.
Plant Population:
- Target 220–250 Plants/m².
Seed Rate:
- Drilling: 110–125 kg/ha.
- Broadcasting: 125–135 kg/ha.
Water Requirement:
- Approximately 450–600 mm/ha over the Crop Cycle.
Establishment Irrigation:
- Soil should be at Field Capacity at Planting. Light Irrigation around 4–5 Days after Sowing may assist Emergence.
Hardening:
- Temporarily withhold Irrigation for approximately 10–14 Days, depending on Soil Type, to encourage Crown Roots and Tillering.
Fertiliser:
- General Guide: 300–500 kg/ha Compound Fertiliser plus 350–500 kg/ha Urea or Ammonium Nitrate, adjusted according to Soil Analysis and Yield Target.
N-P-K Requirement:
Approximately 160–190 kg N, 50–70 kg P and 30–50 kg K/ha.
Top Dressing:
- Apply after Hardening, generally 14–21 Days after Emergence on Heavier Soils; Sandy Soils may require Split Applications.
Protein:
- Premium Wheat requires at least 11% Protein; Nitrogen Management and Variety influence Grain Protein.
Weed Control:
- Use appropriate Post-Emergence Herbicides after the Hardening-Period Irrigation. Always follow Product Labels.
Pests:
- Monitor for Aphids, Stalk Borers, Fall Armyworm and Quelea Birds. Scout regularly and treat when economic thresholds are reached.
Diseases:
- Main concerns include Leaf Rust, Stem Rust, Powdery Mildew, Fusarium Head Blight and Take-All. Resistant varieties and Preventative Fungicide Programmes are recommended in Disease-prone Areas.
Last Irrigation:
- Stop Irrigation at physiological maturity when the peduncle/neck below the ear turns yellow. Late Irrigation can reduce Grain Quality and Encourage Pre-harvest Sprouting.
Harvest:
- Normally Combine Harvested on Large-scale Farms. Combines should be correctly adjusted to Minimise Harvest Losses.
Most Important Management Points:
1. Plant at the correct time.
2. Start with the Soil Profile at Field Capacity.
3. Maintain Good Establishment and Crown-Root Development.
4. Base Fertiliser and Soil-Conditioning Rates on Soil Analysis.
5. Monitor Irrigation, Weeds, Pests and Diseases throughout the Crop.
6. Avoid Unnecessary Irrigation during Grain Dry-Down.
7. Keep Irrigation and Crop-Management Records for Future Planning.
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