Dig a little deeper
SoilsWest acts to identify and connect soil scientists and partnering organisations to a range of different skills, opportunities and capability for the delivery of more integrated soil research in Western Australia.
Improving connectivity from the lab to the farm gate
We aim to deliver highly valued, industry relevant research to agriculture by providing a hub for soil scientists and industry in Western Australia with a straightforward and unique philosophy. SoilsWest believes there is an opportunity to identify and connect scientists and partnering organisations to a range of different skills and capability for the delivery of more integrated soil research in Western Australia.
Empowering Greater capability for soil science
Collaborative research
We offer opportunities to bring together scientists, industry and farmers together to plan and build research and service delivery.
Spreading the word
We help extend the reach of your soil research to a wider audience of science users, future partners and policy makers.
Leading evidence-based science
We link to peer reviewed and evidence based science from independent research and education organisations.
Events and forums
We are able to help identify, develop and host relevant events in soil research that serve diverse audiences.
Growing your business or research with the knowledge you need
Our impact
Access the best
soil resources
Explore our collection of journal articles, ebooks, fact sheets, graphics, website links and more.
Explore what's happening
SoilsWest’s AGGREGATE – NEWS & EVENTS hub has the latest and most exciting stories from the world of soil in Western Australia and beyond.
Mycorrhiza, rhizobia focus for PhD at Adelaide University
A PhD POSITION is available for the South Australian-based project ‘Reducing methane emissions: The impact plant symbionts (mycorrhiza and rhizobia) on saponin production in medic under water stress’.
The highs and lows of potassium application
Dr Miaomiao Cheng, Emeritus Professor Richard Bell and Dr Craig Scanlan have progressed an important correlation between a soil’s buffering capacity and cation exchange capacity.
Enhancing collaboration to achieve more together
