Area wide management of vegetable diseases resources
A series of resources are now available on area wide management (AWM) of vegetable diseases from Project VG16086 Area wide ...
Biochar – What is its potential for vegetable production?
Biochar is a solid charcoal-like material which is made by heating organic materials (biomass) in a low oxygen environment, through ...
pH amendment trial – Tasmania
Soil pH has a profound effect on nutrient availability to plants and microorganisms, and thus soil and plant health. ...
Autumn cover crop trial – Tasmania
The potential for cover crops to provide protection from erosion is multifaceted. Above ground they reduce raindrop impact (and ...
Integrated weed management – Oxalis (Oxalis spp.)
There are about 30 oxalis species in Australia, including soursob and creeping oxalis, which are discussed here. Preventing the ...
Integrated weed management – Nutgrass (Cyperus rotundus)
Nutgrass (Cyperus rotundus), also known as purple nutsedge, Java grass, coco-grass and red nutsedge, is a major problem for ...
Better managing soilborne diseases with pathogen DNA testing
Soilborne diseases can have a serious impact on vegetable quality and yield. Pre-plant soil DNA testing allows growers to ...
How do you know your soil is healthy? Top tips for vegetable growers
A healthy soil is productive, sustainable and profitable. But what exactly does 'soil health' mean for vegetable growers? Soil ...
The challenge to reduce hillslope erosion at Forth, Tasmania
There are various ways to reduce erosion, including reducing how much water runs off and the speed of that ...
What you need to know about soil microbiology
Soil health is closely linked to soil microbiology. This fact sheet outlines information on a broad group of soil ...
Recycled organics compost for vegetable growers
Recycled organics are compostable organic materials, including garden organics, food waste, residual wood and timber. Recycled organics compost is ...
Recycled organics compost – drought tolerance benefits
Compost made from recycled organics is an effective, long-term soil conditioner against drought. Recycled organics will improve the water ...