In this episode we unpack compaction! If you're considering deep ripping paddocks this year do you know where to test or where to start and stop the ripping operations?

We've asked the experts, Research Scientists Therese McBeath and Rodrigo de Silva, the following questions:
Where do we measure compaction in the paddock and what tools do we need? 
How deep do we need to rip to break up compaction?
What is the difference between compacted, cemented and hard setting soil and what does this mean for ripping operations?
Is Controlled Traffic Farming an alternative or complimentary option to deep ripping? 
Fertiliser is expensive, how much do we need to feed ripped areas this year? 

A penetrometer is a great tool to have on farm if you are planning on deep ripping. For a small investment you can monitor the compaction in your paddocks and monitor the success and longevity of your ripping operations. 

A simple to use penetrometer can be purchased online at https://bit.ly/3GseNMf

In this episode we unpack compaction! If you're considering deep ripping paddocks this year do you know where to test or where to start and stop the ripping operations?
We've asked the experts, Research Scientists Therese McBeath and Rodrigo de Silva, the following questions:
<ul>
<li>Where do we measure compaction in the paddock and what tools do we need?&nbsp;</li>
<li>How deep do we need to rip to break up compaction?</li>
<li>What is the difference between compacted, cemented and hard setting soil and what does this mean for ripping operations?</li>
<li>Is Controlled Traffic Farming an alternative or complimentary option to deep ripping?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Fertiliser is expensive, how much do we need to feed ripped areas this year?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
A penetrometer is a great tool to have on farm if you are planning on deep ripping. For a small investment you can monitor the compaction in your paddocks and monitor the success and longevity of your ripping operations.&nbsp;
A simple to use penetrometer can be purchased online at https://bit.ly/3GseNMf

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: www.msfp.org.au/podcast 

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC &amp; SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.msfp.org.au/podcast">www.msfp.org.au/podcast</a>&nbsp;

MSF Farm Talk Podcast

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA's low-rainfall Mallee region.

MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC &amp; SA's low-rainfall Mallee region.

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