Archive: May 2023
CRC invests in new soil research
The Soil CRC has announced funding for six new research projects with a cash investment of $2.7 million and a further $6.2 million of in-kind contributions from participants. Soil CRC CEO Dr Michael Crawford said the new projects focus on end-user engagement, adoption of research outcomes and commer...
Soil microbial indicators: What do they mean and how can we use them?
The last decade or so has seen an increased recognition of soil biology’s role in crop and pasture production and ecosystem health. Scientific advances have provided new ways to measure the diversity, abundance and function of soil microbiota, delivering a range of soil biology metrics. Landholder...
PhD student shines light on soil health
As a former chef, Phil Kay’s passion for sustainable food production led him to embark on a PhD with the Soil CRC in 2019. Three years on, his research is uncovering the relationship between soil health and its biological communities. Read what Phil has to say about his PhD journey. What is the ai...
Investing in soil stewardship
Rewarding farmers for good soil stewardship requires financial markets that are willing and able to invest in soil management. Unlocking this investment in soils is the focus of the ‘Rewarding soil stewardship’ project led by Dr Nicholas Pawsey from Charles Sturt University. The project is endea...
Soil amendment trial underway in Burdekin, Queensland
Australia’s agricultural soils are often plagued with multiple physical and chemical constraints that hinder crop root growth and access to water. By reducing these constraints, roots can more easily penetrate the soil and access the essential resources they need to grow. A Soil CRC field tria...