Potato growers are being encouraged to make the most of their time between crops by arranging soil testing to understand soil fertility and nutrient
Nutrition
Agriculture Victoria drought support services available
Farmers across central and east Gippsland impacted by drought have a number of programs available to them to help manage through these challenging times
Soil testing informs decisions
With seeding fast approaching, grain growers are encouraged to undertake soil testing before the 2019 growing season to help them make more informed fertiliser
High demand for free soil carbon tests at university
From Mataranka to Meekatharra and Millmerran, soil-conscious farmers crashed an email system when they rushed for free soil carbon tests offered by Southern Cross
Perennial ryegrass aids growing seasons
Newer varieties of perennial ryegrass will allow for longer or shorter growing seasons, depending on where the pasture is to be sown. Well-drained crests
Over-sowing a viable alternative
When fast, high-quality feed is needed, over-sowing existing pastures can be an effective alternative to full pasture renovation. Over-sowing is the practice of drilling