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Where to start with addressing salty land
Best-practice management of salinity on your farm will improve productivity and prevent further degradation of the land. This article dives into the latest practical tips for best-practice saline land management, salinity risk identification and the latest decision-support tools to help with managing saline land in your enterprise.
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Optimising management of grazing stubbles
Crop stubbles can be a handy feed source over summer, but their quality declines quickly once the grain is eaten. Planning ahead is key to getting the best out of them. The new Grazing Modern Stubbles guide, developed by AWI, MLA and CSIRO, offers practical strategies on nutrition, prioritising stubbles for different classes of stock, the role of supplementary feeding and how to manage animal health risks. This article highlights the key takeaways to help you keep your flock in good condition this summer.
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Water-Smart Wool: How to Make the Most of Every Drop
Getting started with water-smart management on-farm can boost productivity and future-proof your wool business. It’s not just about surviving dry seasons — understanding your water resources helps improve efficiency, sheep performance and profitability. This article breaks down the basics, including where water challenges lie, how to assess your system using simple tools, and what practical steps woolgrowers are already taking to make their water work for them.
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Preparing low worm-risk paddocks
Preparing low worm-risk paddocks to prevent sheep from heavy worm burdens is a key strategy in effective and profitable worm control. This article covers strategic preparation methods for lowering the worm-risk of paddocks.
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