Events
Knowledge sharing activities for farmers and advisors
Through our Adoption Plan, the Soil CRC is delivering a series of extension activities in collaboration with our participating farmer groups and research partners.
Upcoming activities and events related to Soil CRC research are listed below. Click on the links for more information.
June 2026
24 June – ‘Unlocking the value of soil data, soil water and regenerative agriculture with the Soil CRC’, Melbourne (Vic) and online
25 June – ‘Dig deep into soil health and measuring biology’ sugarcane industry workshop, Townsville (Qld)
Burdekin Productivity Services will be hosting a technical soil workshop for advisors and farmers with presentations by Prof Terry Rose and Assoc Prof Mick Rose, both of Southern Cross University. The event will provide a deep dive into soil health, soil carbon, soil biology, legume options and herbicide persistence, with time for discussion and knowledge sharing with attendees. This event is being supported by the Soil CRC Adoption Plan. More details.
26 June – ‘Making soil amelioration pay in the Mallee’ workshop, Loxton (SA)
Mallee Sustainable Farming are hosting a soil amelioration workshop at the Loxton Research Station with Soil CRC project leader Emeritus Professor Richard Bell (Murdoch University) presenting the keynote address, ‘What have we learned about improving sandy soils?’ Richard will provide a national perspective on sandy soil constraints, amendments, soil water, crop response and where amelioration is most likely to deliver long-term benefits. He will also participate in a panel session led by Dr Amanda Schapel (PIRSA) focusing on practical take home actions for land managers. This event is being supported by the Soil CRC Adoption Plan. Register here.
July 2026
Event details coming soon.
SAVE THE DATE
Final Soil CRC Conference
13 – 14 April 2027
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Victoria
The Soil CRC is gearing up to deliver our final conference in Melbourne next year – a showcase of our research outcomes and a celebration of achievements during our 10-year term.
We welcome our participants and supporters to save the date and join us at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from Tuesday 13 to Wednesday 14 April 2027.
Across the two days, you will hear research findings from a diverse line-up of researchers and industry representatives, and network with like-minded professionals against the backdrop of the iconic MCG.
We will share more information as planning progresses and expect to open registrations later this year. We look forward to celebrating with you in 2027.
UPCOMING WEBINAR
Integrated solutions for underperforming constrained soils: Accessing soil moisture
Join the Soil CRC for an insightful webinar exploring our latest research on unlocking the potential of underperforming, constrained soils.
Across Australia, the majority of cropping soils are limited by subsoil constraints that restrict root growth and prevent crops from accessing valuable moisture and nutrients, holding back productivity and profitability.
This session will reveal how integrated, practical solutions can help overcome these challenges. Drawing on recent multi-site field trials (NSW and Qld), we will share evidence-based strategies that improve soil function, enhance water use, and deliver measurable yield gains – particularly in tough seasons.
We will finish with a Q&A to allow open discussion and questions from attendees.
Webinar details
Date: Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 12–1pm AEST
Where: Online (a Zoom link will be provided after registration)
Registration
Even if you cannot attend, you can still register to receive the recording and submit questions in advance (there is a space on the registration form for questions).
Webinar outline
Dr Lukas Van Zwieten (Soil CRC Program 4 Leader, NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development) will provide an overview on subsoil constraints, how and why soils become sodic and the implications this has for soil structure, water movement and crop performance. Lukas will share findings from the Burdekin (Qld) trial, highlighting key results and insights into managing constrained soils under sugarcane field conditions. Followed by an introduction to the Lockhart (NSW) amendment trials, outlining the rationale behind the treatments and what they were designed to achieve in improving soil function and productivity.
Dr Shihab Uddin (NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development) will present results from the Lockhart (NSW) amendment trials, explaining the impact of each amelioration strategy on soil water storage, crop water use efficiency and crop performance, across multiple soil constraints and key soil types. Including results from past pot trials on various soil types.
Our presenters
Dr Lukas van Zwieten
Senior Principal Research Scientist, Soils, NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, and Soil CRC Program 4 Leader
Lukas’ work focuses on improving soil health and productivity, including pioneering research into biochar and soil constraints in Australian farming systems. Lukas brings extensive experience translating science into practical solutions for growers, particularly in managing challenging soils and improving crop performance.
Dr Shihab Uddin
Research Scientist (Crop Nutrition), NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Shihab specialises in soil and crop management. His work focuses on improving farming system performance through better understanding of soil constraints, nutrient dynamics and practical agronomic solutions. Shihab is passionate about translating research into outcomes that support more productive and sustainable agriculture.
Previous webinars
You’ll find recordings of all our previous webinars on our Knowledge Hub at the link below.
Information about our ‘Soil carbon capacity building’ webinar series can be found on the project webpage.
Watch our ‘‘Understanding farmers, sharing knowledge and reporting innovation’ webinar series and access the related resources on our news webpage.