sandy soils

Why Do Some Soils Refuse to Soak Up Water?

By |2025-05-06T12:35:23+09:306 May 2025|MSF Blog|

Why do sandy soils become water repellent, and what can farmers do about it? This blog explores the science behind non-wetting soils, key questions answered in the 101 Soils Questions book, and practical management tips from leading research.

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Navigating a tough growing season – Insights from the Grain Legume Field Day at Loxton

By |2024-10-20T18:10:49+10:3020 October 2024|MSF Blog|

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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