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Pre-Harvest Glyphosate Staging Guide for Cereals

Use this handy staging guide to determine when grain moisture is less than 30% in Cereal crops.


All Cereals

Use the thumbnail test to determine if a kernel is ready for pre-harvest glyphosate application. This test method applies to all Cereal types.


Barley (Malt, Food and Feed)

What to Look For:

At less than 30% grain moisture, the kernel is firm and reasonable pressure from your thumbnail leaves a dent (i.e. hard dough stage).

Recommended Harvest:

7–14 days after pre-harvest glyphosate application.

Do Not Use:

Malt barley WILL NOT be accepted by grain buyers if treated with pre-harvest glyphosate.

Be Informed:

Barley MAY NOT be accepted if treated with pre-harvest glyphosate – check with your grain buyer before applying. Strictly follow the product label guidelines to minimize scrutiny in the global market place.


Oats

What to Look For:

At <30% grain moisture, the kernel is firm and reasonable pressure from your thumbnail leaves a dent (i.e. hard dough stage).

Recommended Harvest:

7–14 days after pre-harvest glyphosate application.

Be Informed:

Oats MAY NOT be accepted if treated with pre-harvest glyphosate – check with your grain buyer before applying. Strictly follow the product label guidelines to minimize scrutiny in the global market place.


Wheat

What to Look For:

At less than 30% grain moisture, the kernel is firm and reasonable pressure from your thumbnail leaves a dent (i.e. hard dough stage). Be mindful of any regrowth and late tillering, especially with seed production, as this can impact the grain moisture assessment.

Recommended Harvest:

7–14 days after pre-harvest glyphosate application.

Be Informed:

Wheat MAY NOT be accepted if treated with pre-harvest glyphosate – check with your grain buyer before applying. Strictly follow the product label guidelines to minimize scrutiny in the global market place.

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