loss of organic matter;. passage of machinery — particularly when the soil is wet. ... reduce the soil’s ability to absorb rainfall and withstand erosion;. reduce plant root growth.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/horticulture/nuts/soil-nutrition-floor-mgt/soil-macadamia
• 5 Sep 2007

This article lists the major considerations when choosing a summer crop for a given paddock. ... It is a guide to help prompt questions rather than provide all the answers.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/broadacre-crops/forage-fodder/general-information/forage-options-summer-autumn
• 1 Jan 2024

Generally avoided by stock due to  its tough leaves and the high proportion of dead leaves in the tussock.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/pastures-and-rangelands/species-varieties/silvertop-or-redanther-wallaby-grass
• 1 Jan 2024

Using recycled organics and manures in grain cropping systems. Summary. This Primefact examines the use of recycled organics and manures in grain cropping systems. ... It discusses the characteristics of recycled organics and manures, potential benefits,

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/soils/guides/soil-nutrients-and-fertilisers/recycled-organics-manures-cropping
• 1 Jan 2024

variability. Objectives. Identify the causal factors behind yield gaps in a range of locations. ... Partners (or collaborators). CSIRO. The University of Sydney. Cotton Research and Development Corporation.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/soils/our-randd/minimising-yield-variability-to-maximise-the-yield-in-cotton-farming-systems
• 1 Jan 2021

Ants will often colonise the space between the tree trunk and the tree wrap. ... There is also the risk of bringing up weed seeds when the soil is disturbed.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/horticulture/citrus/content/orchard-development/young-trees
• 1 Jan 2017

Field lettuce production. Summary. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) is an annual of the Asteraceae family and native to the Mediterranean. ... The cultivated lettuce Lactuca sativa is a popular salad vegetable and is grown on all continents throughout the

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/horticulture/vegetables/commodity-growing-guides/agfact2
• 23 Oct 2007

FSB are a major impediment to the commercial production of most tree fruits and nuts, and some vine fruits. ... What are the fruitspotting bugs? Monitoring FSB. Controlling FSB. Crop-specific FSB management – macadamias.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/horticulture/tropical/pests-and-diseases/fruitspotting-bugs
• 1 Jan 2017

French serradella. Summary. French serradella (Ornithopus sativus), also known as pink serradella is an annual legume native to the Mediterranean region. ... This Primefact covers the following topics:. Adaptation. Description. Varieties. Establishment

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/pastures-and-rangelands/species-varieties/french-serradella
• 1 Jan 2017

Resting during flowering will aid persistence. SIMILAR PLANTS. There are approximately a dozen other Eragrostis species in the region, which can be very difficult to distinguish.

• https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/pastures-and-rangelands/species-varieties/paddock-lovegrass
• 1 Jan 2017