Infection to Protection - NET FORM NET BLOTCH

by Molly Edmondson, Hart's 2026 research intern

Net form net blotch (NFNB) is one of the most common and costly diseases in barley, quietly cutting yields and reducing grain quality across Australian paddocks.

‘Infection to Protection’ is all about helping growers stay one step ahead.

Hart’s 2026 research intern, Molly Edmondson, has taken the latest research and presented it as clear, usable information to help farmers make confident, informed decisions that lift crop health and profitability.

Each issue of ‘Infection to Protection’ includes a quick, easy to read info sheet, backed by a more detailed explanation for those wanting to dig deeper.

Better still, the series will be released according to the cropping calendar so the right information lands at the right time.

AVAILABLE NOW!

Issue 1 - Know your risk
Pre‑seeding
   

Download the Info Sheet as a pdf here. 

Access more detailed info here.

STILL TO COME...

Issue 2 - Spotting the symptoms
Early growth

Issue 3 - When to act
Mid‑season

Issue 4 - Protecting yield
Grain fill

Issue 5 - Assessing the season and reducing next year’s risk
Post‑harvest