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Pioneering safer farming with strip amelioration

By |2024-08-21T14:24:15+09:304 July 2024|MSF Blog|

Farming in the Mallee region presents unique challenges, particularly due to high erosion risks and non-wetting sands. Traditional soil amelioration methods often exacerbate these problems, leaving fields vulnerable to wind erosion. However, a new soil amelioration method, strip amelioration, is emerging as a promising solution to fixing these sandy soils issues.

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Can Legumes Catch Up After a Dry Start? Key Considerations for Farmers in the Mallee

By |2024-05-29T01:25:34+09:3029 May 2024|MSF Blog|

After an extended dry period with no significant rain, farmers in the Mallee region are facing the challenge of a late autumn break. With winter fast approaching, you might be wondering if legumes can still provide the benefits you’re looking for.The most critical thing with a late start is to give the establishing seedling the best possible chance for success. Early growth in a late start is critical, so careful consideration should be given to protecting the seedling and ensuring minimum risk of checking, damaging, or stressing the young crop.

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