Listen "Managing Soil Variability with VRT"
Episode Synopsis
Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Managing Soil Variability with VRTHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick explore how farmers in the Mid North High Rainfall Zone are using variable rate technology (VRT) to address pH and nutrient variability, improve input efficiency, and unlock yield potential. With real examples from local paddocks, they discuss using NDVI to guide lime applications, the impact of acidity on lentil production, and how service providers are helping bridge the knowledge gap. The focus is on making precision ag tools accessible—showing that even older machinery and simple approaches can make VRT a valuable part of a farmer’s toolkit. Full case study available at Soils Connect Disclaimer: The practices discussed are based on regional trials and may not suit all farms. Please seek independent advice before applying these approaches on your property. This project is supported by Mallee Sustainable Farming, through funding from the AustralianGovernment’s Future Drought Fund.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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