Diagnosis of Soil & Water Problems

Most poorly productive soils have poor physical, chemical and biological conditions or combinations of these. Our diagnostic Services identify causes and compounding factors, be they in-situ, landscape-position related, or operational.

soil and water

Example of a diagnostic test for assessing the need for and optimal application rate of gypsum for ameliorating sodic soils. Note the sharp change in turbidity when the concentration of gypsum flocculates the clay.

Solutions to Soil & Water Problems

Solutions to soil and water problems are formulated in consultation with land managers, on the basis of certainty of success, ease of application and increased profitability.

Healthy DBC™ canola crop growing on on previously waterlogged and unproductive pasture paddock.

Healthy BC™ canola crop growing on on previously waterlogged and unproductive pasture paddock.

Specifications for Earthworks to Control & Dispose of Storm Runoff

Both dryland and irrigation farming soils occasionally suffer from saturation, runoff and erosion. Our skills and experience allow us to identify the cheapest and best options and specifications needed to minimise the causes and design structures to safely
dispose of runoff.

Large field of DBC™ beds and furrows with a cross-drain (mid-view) and waterway (on the RHS of the field).

Large field of BC™ beds and furrows with a cross-drain (mid-view) and waterway (on the RHS of the field).

SEEDBED CONDITIONER™ Machines & Components

If problems restricting soil and water productivity are best treated by Seedbed Conditioning practice, advice will be provided on the best components and manufacturer, and the best operational practices.

Deep Seedbed Conditioner can be used in tandem with seeders or as a stand-alone operation

Seedbed Conditioner can be used in tandem with seeders or as a stand-alone operation.

Advice & Mentoring on the Operation of SC/BC Machines & Improved Soil & Water Management Practices

Where a BC™ or SC™ machine is part of the best solution for soil and water management challenges, advice is provided on the set-up and operation of the machine, plus the operational practices that will deliver the largest benefits from its use.

Farmers, machinery manufacturer and colleagues inspecting a first crop of irrigated wheat grown on DBC™ beds in Pakistan. The yield was a record high, ~ 50% above the next best in the district

Farmers, machinery manufacturer and colleagues inspecting a first crop of irrigated wheat grown on BC™ beds in Pakistan. The yield was a record high, ~ 50% above the next best in the district.