Additional spray drift resources

Some additional resources on spray drift from industry groups for growers' information. Keep an eye out for updates.

All information shared is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be endorsements or recommendations. Individuals should seek advice specific to their enterprise.

Weed Control in Winter Crops 2023 (NSW DPI)

Some useful information on water quality and its impact on chemistry and decontamination.

Hazardous Inversions (GRDC)

Factsheet by Graeme Tepper

Weather Essentials for Pesticide Application (GRDC)

For growers by Graeme Tepper

Meteorological Principles (GRDC)

Technical, detailed information about weather by Grame Tepper.

ISO information for nozzle selection (Teejet)

TeeJet 52 M Catalog

Water quality for spray application (GRDC)

Includes information about water testing

On Coarse Drift Reduction Agent (FMC)

Practical travel speed, nozzle size and pressure options.

Spray Drift Management Tool (GPA)

Developed through National Working Party on Pesticide Application

Industry Pesticide Minor Use Permits (GPA)

Permits are issued by the Agricultural Pesticides and Veterinary Medicine Authority (APVMA)

Weather and Networked Data Quick Reference Guide (GRCD)

Guide on WAND system, a decision support tool.

WAND (GRDC)

WAND is a spray drift and hazardous weather warning system with real-time updates.

Behavioural insights and motivations into spraying (GRDC)

A podcast which seeks to help growers understand what may be affecting their decision making and influencing the effectiveness of their spray programs.