Gippsland’s soils, being in a high rainfall area have a natural tendency to be acidic, i.e. have a low pH. Export of product, being milk, meat, fodder, crops can increase the rate of acidification in soils. Benefits Lime raises the soil pH and lowers the level of acidity, therefore enabling an environment for desirable plant … Read More
Gypsum is a soil conditioner which is used for improving the structure of hard clay soil. It is able to break up heavy clay soil via a chemical exchange between the clay and the gypsum, causing the soil to become more friable. It also increases water penetration and aeration by improving the soil structure yet … Read More
Nutrient addition to farmland is essential to correct the inherent nutrient deficiencies found in most Australian soils, in particular nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulphur. Fertiliser is applied to farmland: To replace the nutrients removed in the production of pastures, milk, meat, wool, crops and timber. To promote crop and pasture productivity. Pastures and plants that … Read More