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Impacts of biological and regenerative farming practices in a stonefruit orchard

Through education, persistence, and simply “having a go”, Rowan Berecry from Good Rich Fruit Company found that introducing new practices had many unexpected benefits, including reduced inputs, improved soil health and increased soil carbon. This not only reduced their on-farm emissions, but also led to an increased demand for their fruit, the Queen Garnet plum.

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Improving phosphorous management in Australian macadamias

Southern Cross University (SCU), in collaboration with the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS), is leading innovative research to strengthen the sustainability and productivity of the $280 million macadamia industry. The project focuses on optimising nutrient use efficiency, especially phosphorus (P), which is a finite resource

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