This book explores the secrets of soil, our most basic agricultural resource. And for what purpose? We need to manage soil better in order to keep agriculture productive, profitable and sustainable. We will only do it by knowing its qualities, capabilities and limitations.
| Title | AgGuide - Managing for healthy soils |
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| Pages | 184 |
| ISBN | 978 1 74256 254 4 |
| Catalogue number | B934 |
| Year published | Year Published 2012, Updated 2016 |
| Publisher | NSW Department of Primary Industries |
| Price | $34.00AUD (inc GST) |
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| eBook - $9.99 (iPad/iPhone) |
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Type: Publication
Date: 2013
Using compost in agriculture
Compost is a common ingredient in home gardens, but less well-known in commercial agriculture. This book details the benefits of raising levels of soil health by using compost in larger-scale agricultural operations. The standards applying to compost are detailed to ensure a quality product.
Type: Publication
Date: 2020
Preparing for Drought
Planning for drought is a complex and difficult business. Too often, good ideas are forgotten once rain falls and business as usual resumes. This publication aims to capture strategies for future use.
Type: Publication
Date: 2021
Fertiliser Essentials
Fertiliser Essentials is a deep dive into the importance of fertiliser management to a successful farming enterprise. Whether your primary business is cropping, grazing, or horticulture... there is something for you. Whether you use manufactured or natural fertilisers... there is something for you. And whether you apply fertilisers using a tractor or a drone... there is something for you. Fertiliser Essentials is the quintessential reference work for fertiliser use in Australia in the early 21st Century. Beautifully designed and extensively referenced, it is a must-read for anyone working or interested in modern agriculture. In full colour and 224 pages.
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