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Progressive practices create carbon in southern soils
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
The Chapman family in the southern region have used a number of innovative techniques to improve soil health on their farm, reducing input costs and delivering other benefits.
A look into the biology of sugarcane soils reveals lost yield potential
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
A research project currently underway is looking at the complex collection of living organisms in sugarcane soils and their relationship to productivity.
Nuffield scholar looks at Brazil planting system
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
When Joe Muscat set out on his Nuffield Scholarship he had three main objectives regarding fibre crops, but along the way he discovered something else.
NUE: applying the right fertiliser in the right place at the right time
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
Those familiar with the SIX EASY STEPS nutrient management program will know that an important part of the process involves growers regularly reassessing their on-farm nutrient management plans.
Grower project yields lessons for soil health improvements
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
A Burdekin grower group project is finding that applying microbes to soils is not enough by itself to improve soil health, and that when applying microbes you need to consider the entire soil environment.
Nitrogen - one piece of the puzzle
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
The Burdekin is well-known for its cane fields, mango trees and idyllic fishing spots. It is also home to RP20, a collaborative research project funded by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection.
Why the right soil sample can make all the difference
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
Soil sampling and analysis should be the foundation of all fertiliser programs. The way in which the samples are collected will have a significant influence on the results of the analysis.
Controlled release fertilisers under the microscope
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
New research being undertaken by CSIRO is putting controlled release fertilisers, and their potential role in the Australian sugarcane industry, under the microscope.
Sub soil amelioration produces above par results
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
The adoption of sustainable soil health practices is vital to profitable sugarcane cropping and the long term viability of the industry.
Mill ash a key ingredient in managing clay soils
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2015)
A grower-led project in the Herbert has shown that mill ash can deliver lasting soil improvement in heavy clay soils.