New research has found managed grazing practices on farm can help boost soil carbon levels. 

The study from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development analysed the the long term trends of soil carbon across a range of grazing systems. 

It found paddocks which were rested for around two months had significantly higher levels than those with continuous grazing. 

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Pastures Research Leader Dr Warwick Badgery about the research.