A Complete Guide To Sustainable Agriculture
Sustainable agriculture or Industrialized agriculture has proven to be a reliable way to produce large quantities of food at a low cost. However, this is not the deal we thought it was. Unsustainable agriculture pollutes water, air, and soil emits greenhouse gasses and causes species to become extinct. In total, this costs the world’s economies […]
Understanding the Pitfalls of Inversion Tillage Practices (and Finding a Better Way Forward)
The conventional system of inversion tillage has long been the go-to method for many farmers. In more recent years though, the many side effects of this system have emerged; particularly on soil health. Inversion tillage is now recognised as a non-sustainable method of farming. Agro-scientists have pointed towards various factors that show the problems with […]
Unprecedented Demand Sees Company Hire Out Entire Kelly Chain Fleet
DIGGING IT: The business runs Kelly diamond harrow frames and a range of chains depending on the application. Photos: Supplied Demand for harrows is being driven by herbicide costs, higher rainfall, labour shortages and a lack of new machines. Despite the winter crop plant being months away, an equipment hire company near Goondiwindi is experiencing […]
Understanding the Disc Chain Mechanism
Creating the perfect seedbed is every farmer’s dream; a smooth soil surface with evenly distributed organic matter helps to increase working speed and boost yield. In this process, the tillage method becomes a key component for success. However, traditional deep tillage is widely recognised to be potentially harmful to soil structure. This is what inspired […]
Simple But Powerful Methods To Fight Herbicide Resistance
Herbicides are a useful tool for controlling weeds. Over time though, various types of weeds can become resistant to the effects of the herbicide. Through random mutation, herbicide-resistant strains can emerge and spread, rendering the herbicide ineffective. This can really hamper the farming process. Facing this issue, the solution is not to increase the use […]
How Technology Is Helping Smallholder Farmers Rise Up The Value Chain
Farming has always been considered as an industrial operation. In recent years though, the rise in smallholder farms has led to a change in the agronomic industry landscape. However, smallholder farmers are at a serious disadvantage due to a lack of financing, and this heavily affects their ability to reach the market. The value chain […]
Building Machines, Building Global Agriculture!
Change is the only constant. The spread of the Covid-19 has led to an increase in the global economic uncertainties and food hoarding issues. Fortunately though, as per the Australian and International food safety organisations, there is no trace of evidence that suggests that the fatal Covid-19 virus spreads through food. Food and Agriculture The […]
Sustainable Agriculture – Practices In Australia
What is sustainable agriculture? Sustainable agriculture – what does the term bring to your mind? Ignoring modern technologies and going back to farming the olden way? Sustainable agriculture is about much more than that, and its reputation is ill-earned. Sustainable agriculture involves combining modern farming methods and technologies with lessons drawn from the experiences of […]
Improving Soil Health
Improving Soil Health Understanding the Kelly Tillage System Download PDF Version Kelly Tillage System Case Study Farmer: Bernd Richter, Eastern Germany Farm size: approx. 150ha, sand to loam soils Crops grown: peas, canola, wheat, barley, rye Kelly model: 6m with CL1 disc chain Written by Hamish Kelly Contact Hamish to organise your own Kelly Case […]
5 Apps To Introduce Smart Farming Into Your Process
Agriculture is rapidly changing. The primary reason behind this is the rapid technological advancement taking place across industries. In this age of artificial intelligence and data science, your farm can benefit from widespread smart farming and high-tech agricultural tools available. If you’re not sure where to begin, here are 5 applications that will help revolutionise […]