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Reply to Do Annual Cover Crop Mixes Have a Place in Grazing Programs
Hi Vanessa,
Yes, it is quite hard to source such mixes ready made. We get custom mixes like this one made up for clients in bulk through Nutrien Ag/Bells but the order has to be over 500kg.
The goodies mix makes for a good base and yes, adding some of the other species mentioned and some clover is a good idea.
The thing is, most types of seed…
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Do Annual Cover Crop Mixes Have a Place in Grazing Programs
We’re at that time of year where many farmers are thinking about seeding pastures.
One of the hot topics lately has been around the use of multi species cover crops in grazing operations.
The issue is that many of the species used in cover crop mixes are not very graze tolerant and they must be allowed to reach the latter stages of maturity if…
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Brett Hazelden posted an update 8 months ago
Well I was doing some reading on the weekend over the link between plant health and pests, which in summary said insects generally only eat unhealthy plants, leaving the strong ones to thrive.
Then I looked at my garden and saw two little grass hoppers nibbling away at some leaves that came off second best during the recent heatwaves. Notice…
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That’s interesting. Will have to take more notice
Of bugs and plants.
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Cleaning up the rubbish!
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Mark Tupman replied to the discussion Book Favs/Recommendations in the forum General Discussion 9 months ago
Reply to Book Favs/Recommendations
Where do you start 😏
Some good ones on here.
https://johnkempf.com/johns-recommended-reading-list/
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John's Recommended Reading List
“The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson I believe constant learning is an imperative, and should be enjoyable. I find learning something new about life and living processes to … Continue reading
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Reply to Where does everyone source their Fulvic acid and trace minerals?
I get the Fulvic and humic from Nutrien in Margs.
The trace elements and other nutrients I’ve been buying the Campbells brand from E E Muirs and Son Perth but the is a Manjimup store too.
https://www.campbellsfert.com.au/distribution/
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Distribution | Campbells Fertilisers Australia
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Kate Tarrant replied to the discussion Book Favs/Recommendations in the forum General Discussion 9 months ago
Reply to Book Favs/Recommendations
Hi Robbie, there are so many but here are some of my go to’s:
For the Love of Soil – Nicole Masters
The Farm as Ecosystem – Jerry Brunetti
Holistic Management – Allan Savory
Fertility Pastures – Newman Turner
Natural Sheep Care – Pat Coleby
Natural Farming – Pat Coleby
The Ecological Farm – Helen Atthowe
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Geoff- I have stuck with using the 20kg drums to make it a bit easier. All I could suggest is a hand drum pump. There are different versions for fuel, oil, chemicals etc. but the viscosity will be the key driver
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Mark Tupman posted an update in the group
9 months agoPerennial & Biodiverse Pastures 9 months agoA good article by incitec pivot sighting the potential negative effects of putting too much soluble N or P in with seeds at planting.
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They don’t talk about it in the article but what about the impact on soil biology or the potential disincentive for seedlings to develop healthy relationships with soil biology for future nutritional benefits…
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Hot off the press, James White back for another round on the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast.
Such exciting, valuable and relevant information.
Cheers Steve Slape for the heads up.
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/regenerative-agriculture-podcast/id1372359995?i=1000641245773
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Show Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, Ep Episode 99: Reshaping How Agriculture Sees Plant Nutrient Uptake With Dr. James White - 10 Jan 2024
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Brett Hazelden posted an update in the group
10 months agoPerennial & Biodiverse Pastures 10 months agoI’m looking to order this years seed for planting in April and thought I ‘d ask the group what people are looking to put in this year, and what has been successful or not worked?
I was looking at doing a custom mix again but the Bells Pollinator Mix in combination with the Premium Mix at a ratio of 1:2 looks like it might be a cheaper option.…
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Hello Brett. What is the aim of the planting? There would be different recommendations based on purpose. Are you doing a cover, improved annual based pasture or looking to establish permanent perennial based pasture?
It looks like you have a fairly good handle on what to use in covers. I would probably not add a perennial species to a cover…
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