Cover cropping

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Cover cropping ‘drives the whole system’ for macadamia farmer

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Macadamia farmer Ross Arnett describes his 2,000-tree property, Malua, as an “evolution”. He started implementing regenerative agriculture practices in 2010, but knows there is always something to learn and something to give back. Ross focuses on cover cropping, soil health and diversity to help restore his orchard’s natural systems. Program: Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program (delivered …

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Case Study: Laurel Park Avocados and Macadamias

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Trial name: Multispecies cover crops in subtropical horticultural plantations Funding body: Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Farmer: Tom Silver Main Crops: Avocados, Macadamias Farm name: Laurel Park Avocados and Macadamias About  Laurel Park Avocados and Macadamias is situated on the Alstonville Plateau, halfway between Ballina and Lismore. It covers roughly 15 hectares (nearly 40 …

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