— 29 IREC Farmers' Newsletter No. 200 — Spring 2018 Brian Dunn, Tina Dunn, Craig Hodges and Chris Dawe NSW Department of Primary Industries, Yanco PHOTO: Collection of rice plant samples at harvest to determine plant growth and yield in response to different management practices. The results of the trial provide best management information for current and new rice varieties. This article is based on an article first published in the 2018 Rice R&D Update: Improving the productivity, profitability and sustainability of the Australian rice industry. QUICK TAKE l  This project provides growers with agronomic information on how best to manage current and new rice varieties. l  Improved management maximises grain yield and water productivity and improves the consistency of achieving both. l  The project identifies how rice varieties respond across seasons and regions to different sowing methods, water management practices, nitrogen rates and application timings. l  The impact of all these factors on crop growth and development, grain yield and grain quality is measured to determine best management practice. DETERMINING BEST PRACTICE FOR CURRENT AND NEW RICE VARIETIES — 29 IREC Farmers' Newsletter No. 200 — Spring 2018 Best practice for new rice varieties