Grower groups lead the way to adoption
While profitability is often the driving force behind adoption of new farming practices, there are many other factors at play. Emotional, social,…
New book: Soil Constraints and Productivity
Soil Constraints and Productivity is a new book aimed at helping scientists and advisors identify, understand and manage multiple soil constraints. It…
Soil Science Australia conference line up
For the first time in its history, Soil Science Australia is holding its biennial national conference in the Northern Territory, with the…
Unearthing the secrets of soil management
Dr Chloe Lai of the University of Southern Queensland is leading a new Soil CRC project investigating the best ways to manage…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
Managing phytotoxicity in soils for stronger grain yields
Residual effects of herbicides in soil can linger longer than we realise. Little is understood about the toxicity threshold levels of such…
Charles Sturt University and Soil CRC – collaboration makes for better research outputs
Professor Michael Friend, Pro Vice Chancellor at Charles Sturt University, explains that collaborating with cooperative research centres not only builds the capabilities of…
Talkin’ Soil Health Conference
Soil CRC participant Wheatbelt NRM held their Talkin’ Soil Health Conference in August at York in Western Australia.