Get soil health savvy! Measure, monitor and manage your own property.
Good nutrient management is important for both profit and the environment! In this hands-on workshop we will explore how nutrients cycle on your farm and soil and learn how to manage them more effectively. The day covers:
- Understanding nutrients and how they cycle – with a focus on nitrogen, sulphur and potassium
- Why soil biology and healthy plants are essential for effective nutrient management
- The Nutrient Cycling Capacity of your soil
- The 5 Nutrient Buckets Model for thinking about and managing soil nutrients
- Using soil tests, tissue tests and visual diagnosis for assessing nutrients
- Integrated Nutrient management: the steps to success
- Options for managing nutrients – nitrogen, sulphur and potassium
Arrive 9.15 am for start at 9.30am
Finish 3pm
Whether you’re looking improve soil conservation, or simply learn more about the role of soil on your farm, this workshop is for you. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert knowledge and connect with fellow farmers who are passionate about the future of soil health.
This activity is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA and Revitalising Geographe Waterways, State Government programs; and Soils – New Horizons, a bilateral partnership agreement between the Australian Government and the State Government of WA (DPIRD).
