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The foundation of successful agriculture lies beneath our feet: the soil. To maximize crop yields, improve soil health, and make sustainable farming decisions, it is essential to understand the composition and condition of your soil. This is where soil testing tools and techniques come into play.
Let’s explore various soil testing tools and techniques that can empower farmers to make informed decisions, enhance soil fertility, and promote better farming practices.
Preventing and mitigating dam siltation is essential to ensure the long-term effectiveness of these vital infrastructure projects.
Dams are critical infrastructure that provides a range of benefits, from water supply and hydroelectric power generation to flood control and irrigation. However, over time, they face a common challenge known as “siltation” or “silting up.” Siltation occurs when sediment, primarily sand, silt, and clay, accumulates in the reservoir behind the dam, reducing its storage capacity and effectiveness. In this article, I’ll look at the causes of dam siltation and discuss effective strategies and solutions to prevent and mitigate this problem.
In an era of growing environmental concerns and changing climate patterns, it’s more important than ever for farmers to adopt sustainable water management practices. By incorporating effective water planning strategies, farms can ensure efficient water usage, safeguard resources, and contribute to the well-being of the environment. In this blog post, we’ll explore eight essential tips for implementing sustainable water planning on farms.
As the global population continues to grow, the demand for food production escalates, putting pressure on traditional farming practices. In the pursuit of sustainable and efficient food production, integrating aquaculture into existing farm dams presents an innovative and environmentally friendly solution.
A Queensland town with a wealth of underground water is offering it free to other drought affected towns that are lacking the valuable resource. The Queensland hamlet of Richmond is the lucky town – and the water originates from the Great Artesian Basin The Richmond County Council Mayor John Wharton has presented …
A new 20,000,000 litre water security project for the ultra premium super-fine merino fleece producer in Australia and 3 time winner of the premium global Ermenegildo Zegna fine wool award. Zegna is unique in the men’s fashion world for owning 100% of its supply chain. Ermenegildo Zegna spins ultrafine merino wool from farms in Australia …
Large dams capture lost rainwater run-off for avocado growers Avocado growers always worry about their dam levels and their ability to effectively harvest rainwater. The dam for Josh McMillan is completed. Large dams are helping Comboyne avocado growers like Josh McMillan ensure their water security for their stock and crops. These rainwater harvesting systems allow …