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Affordable approaches to rapid field testing of soil chemical properties – Research findings fact sheet
Led by Dr Liang Wang from the University of Newcastle, this project (2.2.004) set out to develop a rapid, accurate and low-cost way to test soil chemical properties in the field, focusing on nitrate, phosphate and pH. Read our researching findings fact sheet to learn more.
Diagnosis frameworks for multiple and complex soil constraints – Research findings fact sheet
Led by Professor Keith Pembleton, this project (4.3.005) developed and tested a framework for diagnosing multiple soil constraints using publicly available data and farmers’ own data. Read our research findings fact sheet.
Unlocking the value of soil data, soil water and regenerative agriculture – Soil Science Australia Victoria Branch webinar – 2026
The Victoria Branch of Soil Science Australia hosted an in-person and online event to explore how better soil data, deeper understanding of soil water and clearer insights into regenerative agriculture can support more informed decisions on farms and across the agricultural sector. Dr Christine Storer (Charles Sturt University), A/Prof Peter Dahlhaus (Federation University Australia) and research hydrologist Sam North shared practical project insights from the Soil CRC. Watch the recording.
Beyond the rain gauge: Mapping rain where it matters – Mallee Sustainable Farming fact sheet (2026)
With support from the Soil CRC, Mallee Sustainable Farming developed a ‘Rainfall Mapper’ fact sheet based on Dr Peter Weir’s presentation at their pre-sowing updates in March 2026, where he shared results from his Soil CRC-supported PhD project at Federation University. Read the fact sheet.
A coordinated and consistent approach to managing and enabling soil data – Final project report
Led by Associate Professor Nathan Robinson from Federation University, the aim of this project was to deliver a collaborative solution to data sharing and management that supports the secure and reliable storage, discovery and reuse of data. Read our final project report to learn more.
Enhancing soil organic carbon estimation via hyperspectral dimensionality reduction – PhD thesis
A PhD thesis by Soil CRC and Federation University student Dr Arif Rahman: Rahman, M.A. (2025). Enhancing soil organic carbon estimation via hyperspectral dimensionality reduction. Federation University Australia. http://researchonline.federation.edu.au/vital/access/HandleResolver/1959.17/210879
Modelling soil physical and chemical properties using existing datasets across grain growing regions of Australia – PhD thesis
A PhD thesis by Soil CRC and University of Southern Queensland student Dr Suman Gajurel: Gajurel, S. (2025). Modelling soil physical and chemical properties using existing datasets across grain growing regions of Australia. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zwv89
A coordinated and consistent approach to managing and enabling soil data – Research findings fact sheet
Led by Associate Professor Nathan Robinson, this project (2.2.005) aimed to develop a coordinated approach to soil data management that could be used across Soil CRC projects, supporting secure storage, discovery and reuse of data. Read our research findings fact sheet.
Visualising Australasia’s Soils: extending the soil data federation – Research findings fact sheet
The Visualising Australasia’s Soils (VAS) project is building a web-based portal that brings public and private soil data into one place, in a standardised format. Phase 2 (project 2.3.002) delivered major improvements to VAS, including new data input templates, alignment with international standards, better data displays, and education resources for users. Read our research findings fact sheet.
Matching soil performance indicators to Australian farming systems – Research findings fact sheet
Led by Dr Nathan Robinson, this two-year project (2.1.006) set out to understand which soil indicators farmers currently use to assess soil status and which are most appropriate for different farming systems and regions. Read our research findings fact sheet.