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Agronomy

Best-practice sesame agronomy for Australian growing conditions.

ASIDA promotes and disseminates best-practice agronomy for sesame production across Australia's diverse growing regions — from the tropical north to the subtropical zones of Queensland and New South Wales.

Key Agronomy Topics

  • Variety Selection: Choosing the right white or black sesame variety for your region and market
  • Crop Establishment: Seedbed preparation, planting date, seed rate and row spacing
  • Nutrition: Nitrogen, phosphorus and micronutrient requirements for sesame
  • Weed Management: Pre- and post-emergent herbicide options and cultural control strategies
  • Pest & Disease Management: Monitoring and management of key pests and diseases affecting sesame in Australia
  • Harvest Management: Determining harvest maturity and minimising shattering losses

For detailed agronomy resources, visit the Agronomy page or speak with an accredited agronomist.