EPISODE · Dec 16, 2020 · 9 MIN
How to test for dispersive soil
from GRDC Podcast · host Grains Research and Development Corporation
Now is the time of year to test your paddock for dispersive soil. Many soils in south-eastern Australia have naturally dispersive topsoils that are prone to compaction, temporary water-logging and reduced seedling emergence. In this podcast, NSW Department of Primary Industries research Dr Ehsan Tavakkoli shares a simple one-hour soil test that quickly tells growers if dispersion is an issue in their paddocks, allowing them to make informed gypsum application decisions. Contact: Dr Ehsan Tavakkoli [email protected] Useful resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_6zHhlNyBU&t Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Now is the time of year to test your paddock for dispersive soil. Many soils in south-eastern Australia have naturally dispersive topsoils that are prone to compaction, temporary water-logging and reduced seedling emergence. In this podcast, NSW Department of Primary Industries research Dr Ehsan Tavakkoli shares a simple one-hour soil test that quickly tells growers if dispersion is an issue in their paddocks, allowing them to make informed gypsum application decisions. Contact: Dr Ehsan Tavakkoli [email protected] Useful resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_6zHhlNyBU&t Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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