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Soil K rundown in the Western grains region – where, why and what does it mean for crop yields?
This Research Update paper by R.W. Bell, Q. Ma, C.A. Scanlan, A. Neuhaus and James Easton from 01 March 2022 illustrates the rundown of K in topsoil and subsoil across the Western region and discusses its implications for K management.
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Residues of previous findings in new research
Preliminary findings of a replicated experiment led by DPIRD Research Scientist Dr Bidhyut Banik have parallels with nitrous oxide research conducted by UWA Associate Professor Louise Barton over the last 15 years.
The transient problem that won’t go away
DPIRD Senior Principal Research Scientist Dr Ed Barrett-Lennard is worried that salinity, which affects around six million hectares of the eastern Wheatbelt, isn’t being talked about enough.
Beyond lime: getting micronutrients right as soil pH changes
Murdoch University’s Dr Tona Sanchez-Palacios says farmers could find themselves navigating micronutrient deficiency in response to otherwise successful liming programs.
Practical podcasts for managing soil constraints
Explore our curated podcast playlists featuring leading researchers, advisers and farmers. With a focus on Western Australian soils and agricultural systems, alongside relevant insights from interstate experts.