The latest at MSF
At Mallee Sustainable Farming (MSF), our field days are designed to bring the latest research and practical insights directly to the farming community. A key focus of these events has been the demonstration of different soil amelioration practices and their potential to improve crop emergence and yield on challenging sandy soils, typical of the Mallee region.
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In our latest podcast episode, developed as part of the Future Drought Fund project 'Building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of saline land,' we had the opportunity to speak with Bruce Heddle, a farmer near Minnipa. Bruce shared his experiences and insights on an innovative method to manage dry saline soils using chaff heaps as mulch to re-establish cover and promote crop growth.
In our latest podcast episode, developed as part of the Future Drought Fund project 'Building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of saline land,' we had the opportunity to visit Tristan Baldock's farm at Buckleboo. The focus of our discussion was on innovative approaches to managing saline soils, particularly the use of sand
Mallee Sustainable Farming is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Sean Mason to its Board of directors. With a distinguished background in soil chemistry and agronomy, Dr. Mason brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the organisation.
The Challenge of Saline Soils - Saline soils pose a significant challenge to farmers, reducing crop yields and making land unproductive. However, innovative techniques can transform these lands back into productive farmland. David Schmidt's farm in Waikerie, South Australia, provides a compelling example of how sand mulch can rejuvenate saline soils and boost agricultural productivity.
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The MSF Advantage
MSF operates to ensure that the vital research development and extension that will underpin the future productivity and sustainability of farming in the low rainfall Mallee continues.
Our partnership approach facilitates the application of key research and development activities within the region. This brings together national, regional and local research and development capabilities to create an impact far greater than if we operated independently.
The scientific rigour of this program is something that MSF is very proud of and is critical for providing a sound basis for the MSF extension program.
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MSF membership gives you direct access to the latest sustainable farming research, advice and details about on-farm applications to improve your farm business.
Farmers play a key role in guiding the MSF research focus are updated on new research and trials, see the results first-hand on paddock walks, learn from the experts at our forums and workshops and have access to a library of publications. MSF’s significant membership base gives the Mallee a strong voice to advocate for investment in new research, development and extension activities across the region.
Membership is free to all people involved in farming businesses in the Victorian, New South Wales and South Australian Mallee.
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