Sandy soils series: Understanding and managing non-wetting soils

22/10/2025 31 min Temporada 3 Episodio 19
Sandy soils series: Understanding and managing non-wetting soils

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Murdoch University’s Professor David Henry and recent PhD graduate Maria Pfeifle, now with DPIRD, explore the issue of non-wetting soils (also known as soil water repellency) in Western Australia.They unpack what it is, why it occurs, and what remains unknown, delving into the complexities of managing this persistent challenge.The conversation also examines how sandy soils, temperature, drought, organic matter, and microbial activity all influence the extent and impact of water repellency across the State.This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Dr Mary-Anne Glanzlowe.Soil Water Repellence - Soil Quality Knowledge BaseHub news - Drought Hub

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