Optimising Tyne Setup- Rethinking Ripping for Better ROI

In this special two-part episode recorded for the GRDC NGN project, Tanja Morgan and Chris Saunders from Uni SA's Agricultural Machinery Research and Design Center discuss optimising soil amelioration in typical mallee soils. Initially recorded in late 2024 at a trial site in Copeville SA, they explore how different ripping configurations impact fuel efficiency and soil loosening. Six months later, they review the harvest results, focusing on yield responses, gross margins, and the return on investment of various setups. The episode concludes with advice for growers on machine setup and the benefits of ripping in dry seasons. 00:00 Introduction to Soil Amelioration Project 00:17 Field Trials and Initial Observations 00:58 Discussion on Ripping Configurations 02:00 Economic Considerations and Efficiency 02:24 Soil Type and Tractor Performance 07:00 Harvest Results and Yield Analysis 10:30 Final Thoughts and Future Directions 11:09 Conclusion and Resources This project was delivered in collaboration with UniSA's Agricultural Machinery Research and Design Centre and Frontier Farming Systems.  Resources GRDC Deep Ripping Efficiency Considerations Part 1 - click here GRDC Deep Ripping Efficiency Considerations Part 2 - coming soon Grower case study - Mick Farley, Farmer, Copeville South Australia - click here  GRDC Adelaide Update paper - click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.