Building on the success of our Field Days, this workshop was designed to help understand the landscape and show the importance of observations and records for tracking the effects of land management practices. Guest presenter Richard Thackwayintroduced the VAST-2 decision support system as a tool to support this. This workshop was hosted by Soils for Life and case study participant Martin Royds ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participant Craig Carter of Tallawang near Willow Tree, NSW. This field day focused on how managing grazing and landscape hydrology can build landscape resilience and productivity. PROGRAM: The day included presentations by: - David Marsh, Soils for Life Board Member and celebrated Boorowa farmer ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participant Colin Seis of Winona near Gulgong, NSW. This field day looked at Colin's experiences with, and outstanding results from, pasture cropping and grazing management. PROGRAM: The day included presentations by: - David Marsh, Boorowa farmer and Soils for Life Board Member ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participants Shane and Shan Joyce of Dukes Plain near Theodore, QLD. This field day demonstrated the Joyce's experiences and production outcomes with a focus on holding water in soil and the interaction of grass, trees and soil water. The day included presentations by: ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participant Martin Royds of Jillamatong near Braidwood, NSW. This field day demonstrated the regenerative techniques Martin has used to manage weeds, and his experiences and positive production outcomes from implementing complementary practices founded on Holistic Management thinking. The day included presentations by: ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participants John and Robyn Ive of Talaheni not far from Canberra, ACT. This field day demonstrated the amazing achievements on the Ive's once saline-affected property supported by over 30 years of detailed monitoring and measurement. The day included a paddock tour to observe salinity monitoring, vegetation cover and pasture development. Read the wrap up and view the photos on our Facebook page... Download the Field Day presentation: John Ive, property owner - 'Managing Salt-Affected Land: Our Journey' (includes speaking notes) ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participant Tim Wright of Lananear Uralla, NSW. This field day demonstrated Tim Wright’s transition to Holistic Management practices on Lana and the positive environmental and production outcomes he has achieved. This event was organised and supported by Soils for Life and Southern New England Landcare (SNELCC) Read the wrap up and view the photos on our Facebook page... Download the Field Day presentations: Tim Wright, property owner - economic and production information ....
Hosted by Soils for Life case study participant David Clayfield of Clover Estate near Mt Gambier, SA. This field day showcased how biological methods can build soil structure and fertility, reduce irrigation water needs and how they improved productivity of dairy heifers on Clover Estate. Read the wrap up... Visit the South East SA breakfast radio site to listen to the interview with Soils for Life Chairman and Advocate for Soil Health Michael Jeffery on the day. Download the Field Day presentations: Soils for Life Presentation ....
