Comparing strategic deep tillage treatments for managing soil water repellence, subsoil compaction and subsoil acidity.
Alleviating soil compaction allows plant root access to a greater volume of soil moisture and increases nitrogen use efficiency.
Controlled Traffic Farming: Case Studies of Growers in Western Australia
Report or other publication
Subsoil compaction caused by cropping machinery ‘traffic’ in paddocks is a costly and increasing problem across the Western Australian grainbelt.
Grains Research and Development Corporation
CTF calculator
Tool or calculator
The CTF calculator can help you estimate the percentage of your paddock currently trafficked and assess compaction management options for your farm.
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Book 8 Sodic and Alkaline Soil, explains the causes, implications and impact of sodicity and alkalinity on soil structure and stability – including transient salinity and waterlogging
Book 7 Soil Water Repellence explains the impact, expression, diagnosis and management of water repellence in agricultural soil, supported by evidence-based case studies and farmer experiences
Book 6 Soil Compaction explains the causes, effects, diagnosis and management of compaction in agricultural soil, supported by evidence-based case studies and farmer experiences
Book 2 Integrated Soil Management is a practical manual for farmers wanting to integrate the management of multiple soil constraints into their farming system
Claying to ameliorate soil water repellence
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Claying can be one of the most effective ways to overcome soil water repellence.
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
