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Find out the Different Types of Soil in Australia

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Soil type refers to the physical and chemical attributes of soils, such as texture, structure, pH level, nutrient content, and water retention capacity. Each soil type has distinct characteristics that can influence the growth and yield of crops.  Australia possesses an extensive land area of around 7.6 million square kilometres. Its diverse topography encompasses a […]

6 Benefits Of Shallow Tillage And How You Can Practise It

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Shallow tillage is a form of tillage that involves minimal soil disruption, usually up to a depth of 5-10 cm. In contrast to deep tillage, where the soil is overturned to depths of 20 cm or more, it seeks to maintain the natural structure and makeup of the soil. Equipment, such as harrows, can be […]

Relationship Between Soil Health And Sustainable Development

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The environment is a singular system comprising of plants, animals, people, soil, and water, with the health of each of these aspects being indivisible from the other. So when it comes to sustainable development, soil health becomes an extremely important factor for farmers to keep in mind. Soil conservation has been practiced for centuries by […]

Top 5 Agricultural Conservation Methods

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Agricultural conservation refers to a set of farming practices that makes the best use of resources available while maintaining soil quality and integrity, water levels, and tending to other environmental factors. While conservation-based agriculture is one of the key trends right now, many of its practices date back to the roots of agriculture itself. In […]