Soils and Pasture Management of the NSW South Coast

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Big Shift For Small Farms

NSW Local Land Services

43 episodes

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From soil health to mental health we are discussing the need for A BIG SHIFT in #faming and #agricultural systems. Each episode brings together insights from #farmers, scientists and industry to share and grow knowledge about holistic and regenerative farming practices. Produced by the @growloveproject with NSW Local Land Services, through funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program. We acknowledge the First People of this land throughout Australia and recognise their connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.

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Soils and Pasture Management of the NSW South Coast

Big Shift For Small Farms

31 minutes 7 seconds

1 year ago

Soils and Pasture Management of the NSW South Coast

Welcome to an insightful podcast episode uncovering the intricate world of Southeast New South Wales' diverse soils. Come on a journey with Di and Steven in their transition from dairy to beef production by focusing on soil health and the impact of soil quality on farming practices. We’ll hear from Roy Lawrie, a seasoned soil expert, and Andrew Britton, former Small Farms Coordinator for the South Coast region, as they demystify the complexities of soil management. We’ll learn about crucial topics such as the significance of topsoil and subsoil tests, the variability in soil profiles across landscapes, the persistent challenges of weed management, and the presence of acid sulfate soils. This episode equips you with invaluable tips on soil and weed management, aimed at elevating farmers' ability to enhance land health and embrace regenerative farming practices.

Thank you to our guests featured in this episode:

Diana Ferguson and Stephen Shipton
Roy Lawrie
Wayne Brown
Andrew Britton

For more information:

NSW Soils Knowledge Network - https://www.nswskn.com/

Produced by Grow Love Project and hosted by NSW Local Land Services