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Crucial soil research extended to help Aussie farmers survive drought
Murdoch University researcher Luca de Prato is part of a Soil CRC project investigating novel and conventional treatments and using continuous measurement in long-term trials to better understand soil and drought resilience in response to climate change.
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Chemist not repelled by ag challenge
Through the investment of the GRDC, Murdoch University’s Professor David Henry is extending the soil water repellence work once led by DPIRD.
World Soil Day event tickets available
SoilsWest is hosting the December 4 event with the Grower Group Alliance’s South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub.
Legumes the nitrogen fix for farmers
Dr Luca De Prato is exploring how the introduction of legumes in farming system rotations can benefit farmers by reducing synthetic fertiliser use and prioritising soil health.
Major survey closing date looms
Landholders are encouraged to complete the Soil CRC Rural Landholder Survey ahead of its closing date on November 30.