Archive: March 2024
Program spotlight: Integrated soil management solutions
Program 4 of the Soil CRC aims to develop cost-effective and sustainable soil management solutions to build more productive and resilient soil. Led by Dr Lukas Van Zwieten from the NSW Department of Primary Industries, the program underpins a dynamic, sustainable, and profitable Australian agricultu...
Food waste solutions for a sustainable future
With a fierce curiosity and a passion for science, it’s not surprising that Novocastrian James O’Connor is on the verge of completing his PhD with the Soil CRC and University of Western Australia. “Even as a child I was curious about the most efficient way to grow a plant,” James said. “I...
Understanding soil microbial functional resistance and resilience to drought
Sustainable agricultural ecosystems rely on healthy soil that supports beneficial organisms and functions. Environmental stressors such as drought, heat, fire, and compaction affect soil properties and can lead to reduced soil health. To help address these challenges, concepts such as soil resistanc...
Grower group conversations: Reflecting on knowledge sharing
The Soil CRC Knowledge Sharing Project extension series is now available on the Soil CRC YouTube channel. This four-part series is produced and presented by Simon Kruger, project grower group participant and Project Communications Officer at West Midlands Group in Western Australia. Simon sits down ...