Plant based solutions to improve soil performance through rhizosphere modification
Project Background
| Project Name | Plant based solutions to improve soil performance through rhizosphere modification |
|---|---|
| Project Owner | Southern Cross University (through CRC for High Performance Soils) |
| Project Partners | Soil CRC, Southern Cross University, NSW Department of Primary Industries, Herbert Cane Productivity Services, Murdoch University, Charles Sturt University, Burdekin Productivity Services, Farmlink, Hart Field Site Group, Riverine Plains, WANTFA |
| Project Contact |
Terry Rose |
| Project Investors | Soil CRC, Southern Cross University, NSW Department of Primary Industries, Herbert Cane Productivity Services, Murdoch University, Charles Sturt University, Burdekin Productivity Services, Farmlink, Hart Field Site Group, Riverine Plains, WANTFA |
| Project Summary | The project will determine the role of increased crop diversity in rotational systems for soil performance and farm profitability in broadacre grains and sugarcane industries. The project will identify differences in root exudation/rhizodeposition, and root depth and distribution, of diverse plant species and link these to changes in soil biology, porosity and nutrient cycling that ultimately determine the soil’s ability to sustain healthy, high yielding crops. |
| Region | Herbert |
| Project Duration | 3.75 years |
Research/Demo Sites
Site One
| Site Type | Research and demonstration |
|---|---|
| Site Subtype | Commercial farm |
| Location Name | Ingham |
| Site Contact |
Lawrence Di Bella |
| Site Purpose | Investigating the impact of a range of cover crops on soil carbon, nutrients and microbiology, as well as subsequent cane yields. |
| Soil Type | Dermosol |
| Rainfall | 2000 mm |