Rethink burning stubbles ahead of seeding
Episode description
Are you planning on burning your crop stubbles ahead of seeding this year? Research has shown there are many benefits to retaining stubbles.
West Midlands Group's executive officer Nathan Craig caught up with Ken Flower to discuss the advantages of retaining stubble to ensure good soil moisture retention and crop establishment, and to minimise soil erosion. Ken is a lecturer at UWA’s School of Agriculture and Environment and Institute of Agriculture and has conducted extensive farming systems research with the GRDC.
Nathan and Ken also discuss how to maximise pre-emergent herbicide efficacy and tips on managing any impact grazing stubbles can cause.
Useful Resources
Think again before lighting up heavy stubbles
GRDC Stubble Initiative
Wind erosion strategies to save your soil this summer - Paddock Chat