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What is soil organic carbon?

28 October 2013

Soil organic carbon is a measureable component of soil organic matter.

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Carbon farming: reducing methane emissions from cattle using feed additives

18 October 2013

Feed additives or supplements can reduce methane emissions from ruminant livestock.

Carpet beetle adult an larva

Identifying and controlling clothes moths, carpet beetles and silverfish

4 October 2013

Clothes moths, carpet beetles and silverfish can be destructive household pests. This information will help you recognise what they look like and understand their habits and where they live.

Hedging machine in action

Citrus pruning

18 November 2013

Pruning is a cultural practice involving the removal of tree branches and limbs.

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Growing avocados: flowering, pollination and fruit set

7 July 2014

Avocados have an unusual flowering behaviour that is affected by temperature, particularly cold conditions which can impact on the level of fruit set.

Sheep in a dry, dusty paddock

Supplementary feeding and feed budgeting for sheep

27 November 2013

Supplementary feeding of sheep, with grain, hay or silage is necessary when pastures or stubbles are deficient in energy and protein.

Wild brown duck standing in a patch of green leaf vegetables.

Insect pests of vegetables

15 April 2014

Various insects and mites can damage vegetables in home gardens at all stages of growth.

Different pest weevils species

Identifying soil beetle pests

14 February 2014

In the south-west of Western Australia, many types of beetles are found in pastures, broadacre and horticultural crops.

Scion and rootstock diameters need to be as close as possible for a successful graft

Propagating mangoes

3 December 2013

Establishing a healthy, productive orchard requires planning and preparation.

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Fencing for beginners

12 November 2013

Well-designed and constructed fences are essential infrastructure on any property. Without quality fencing, maintaining livestock can be a real headache.

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