Aim
To showcase to growers different innovative practices for deep incorporation of lime to ameliorate sub surface acidity and improve soil health.
Trial details
| Property | Kirra Plains, West Binnu |
|---|---|
| Soil type | Yellow sandplain |
| Crop / variety | Not cropped |
| Paddock rotation | 2013 canola, 2014 wheat, 2015 wheat, 2016 pasture |
| Treatments | 2014 Lime at 0, 2 and 4.5t/ha 2014 Incorporation method: nil, offset disc, one way plough, mouldboard plough, deep rip, Grizzly Deep Digger® |
| Replicates | Two |
| Growing season rainfall 2016 - Third season (DAFWA Binnu station) | January – March 50mm April – September 296mm |