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May 2023
Sulphur is important for crop growth, especially in canola, but how much is left in our soils given the high rainfall and high yields of the past few seasons?
February 2023
Summer and early autumn provides an opportunity for Riverine Plains farmers to treat soil constraints, such as acidity and sodicity, between winter crops. So, what are the issues to consider?
November 2022
Retaining stubble can have many benefits, however, there can also be drawbacks if high stubble loads interfere with sowing and establishment the following season. This article reviews the options...
September 2022
Organic carbon stocks in Australian soils have been identified as a critical area for improvement. This article discusses soil carbon and management practices for managing and improving soil carbon...
July 2022
Nitrogen budgeting and decision making can be made much easier if you know your starting soil nitrogen.
July 2022
Any soil test is a good test - testing to depth will pick up constraints limiting production. Understanding soil moisture will help manage production risk.
June 2022
Understanding how to measure your soil acidity and incorporating appropriate liming strategies are crucial management tools in soil health.
June 2022
Riverine Plains hosted a soil health webinar as part of a project supported by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR), through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought...