Portfolio Tag: soil biology

Biological Soil Rehabilitation

Biological Soil Rehabilitation
Over the past 50 years much of the effort in plant protection, fertilisation and soil amelioration on larger land tracts has been focussed on chemical methods. Pesticides, fungicides, fertilisers and soil wetters have been the mainstay of the horticulturist and some of these substances have serious side effects to plants, pets and land managers. Research…
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Turf Renovation and Soil Biology

Turf Renovation and Soil Biology
Recreational turf surfaces receive of the most intense wear and the most challenging conditions of any managed crop. From Bowling Greens to Council Football Fields there is increasing pressure on the surfaces from compaction, thatch build up and salinity. Surfaces require annual renovation to reduce compaction, improve soil structure, replenish worn turf and break down…
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Applied Biology For Land Managers

Applied Biology For Land Managers
Over the past 50 years much of the effort in plant protection, fertilisation and soil amelioration on larger land tracts  has been focussed on chemical methods. Pesticides, fungicides, fertilisers and soil wetters have been the mainstay of the horticulturist and some of these substances have serious side effects to plants, pets and land managers. Research…
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Applied Biology and Water Use Reductions

Applied Biology and Water Use Reductions
Community playing fields and other outdoor recreation areas are some of the most important assets local government has the responsibility of managing. There has been a dramatic increase in population on the mid-north coast of New South Wales which is predicted to continue at an accelerated rate over the next 10-15 years. This will place…
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