Case study to improve soil and pasture affected by salinity: Longwarry North 2017 – VIC – (Case study)
This case study outlines a demonstration project investigating and remediating saline sodic soils in pasture on a dairy farm. Incorporation of lime, poultry manure and the DAP fertiliser lifted the pH and calcium and reduced the ESP sodium levels. At the conclusion of the project, pasture yield had increased and, although the fescue pasture did not survive after the second year, the improved soil chemistry and drainage allowed more productive pasture species to replace it [PDF 2.3 MB, 8 pages]. While this case study is based in Victoria, it may be relevent to similar dairy districts in southern Australia.#
Audience: RSP, landholders, SFSG, consultants, tertiary students
State: VIC
Author/Editor: Western Port Catchment Landcare Network
Publisher: Western Port Catchment Landcare Network
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