Lentils can be one of the least competitive crops when it comes to weed control, but good planning can make all the difference.

In this episode of MSF Farm Talk podcast, we revisit the Mallee Research Updates from March, where agronomist and WeedSmart Extension Officer Chris Davey explores practical strategies for managing weeds in lentil crops.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series with Chris Davey on lentil weed management.

Chris explains why lentils are particularly vulnerable to weed pressure and how decisions made before sowing can set crops up for success. He discusses the importance of crop rotation, improving crop competition and addressing soil constraints to give lentils the best chance of establishing and competing with weeds.

The conversation also unpacks the WeedSmart Big 6, a framework for integrated weed management that combines multiple tactics to reduce weed pressure and slow the development of herbicide resistance. From herbicide strategies and double knock tactics to harvest weed seed control, Chris shares practical insights growers can apply to their own farming systems.

Whether you're planning your next lentil crop or looking to strengthen your weed management strategy, this episode offers valuable advice to help improve crop competitiveness and support long-term weed control.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where Chris explores in-crop weed control options and how to maximise herbicide performance.

This podcast episode is supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board.

Lentils can be one of the least competitive crops when it comes to weed control, but good planning can make all the difference.
In this episode of MSF Farm Talk podcast, we revisit the Mallee Research Updates from March, where agronomist and WeedSmart Extension Officer Chris Davey explores practical strategies for managing weeds in lentil crops.
This is Part 1 of a two-part series with Chris Davey on lentil weed management.
Chris explains why lentils are particularly vulnerable to weed pressure and how decisions made before sowing can set crops up for success. He discusses the importance of crop rotation, improving crop competition and addressing soil constraints to give lentils the best chance of establishing and competing with weeds.
The conversation also unpacks the WeedSmart Big 6, a framework for integrated weed management that combines multiple tactics to reduce weed pressure and slow the development of herbicide resistance. From herbicide strategies and double knock tactics to harvest weed seed control, Chris shares practical insights growers can apply to their own farming systems.
Whether you're planning your next lentil crop or looking to strengthen your weed management strategy, this episode offers valuable advice to help improve crop competitiveness and support long-term weed control.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where Chris explores in-crop weed control options and how to maximise herbicide performance.
This podcast episode is supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board.

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: www.msfp.org.au/podcast 

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC &amp; SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.msfp.org.au/podcast">www.msfp.org.au/podcast</a>&nbsp;

MSF Farm Talk Podcast

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA's low-rainfall Mallee region.

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC &amp; SA's low-rainfall Mallee region.