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Managing soils post amelioration in the Upper South East of SA with Dr Mel Fraser
Description
MFMG CEO Sally Klose catches up with Soil Consultant Dr Mel Fraser on soil amelioration - what it is, why it's important, and how it's achieved. What effect does it have on crop production, and how does it relate to a knee reconstruction? Find out more in this highly informative update on the current project 'Managing soils post amelioration in the Upper South East of SA'.
Resources
MFMG Project: Managing soils post amelioration in the Upper South East of SA
GRDC: Sandy soils of the southern region
CSIRO: Water repellent soils
GRDC: Clay Spreading and delving in light, sandy soils
Spread, delve, spade, invert - a best practice guide to the addition of clay to sandy soils
Coorong Tatiara LAP: Soil Amelioration and Sand Stabilisation
Coorong Tatiara Soil Hub: Supporting growers and advisors for better economic outcomes