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Sustainable Soil Solutions

Locality: Palmwoods, Queensland

Phone: +61 401 541 962

Address: 3 Main Street 4555 Palmwoods, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.sustainablesoilsolutions.com.au

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25.01.2022 A good start Farmers for Climate Action responds to the National Farmers Federation’s new carbon neutral policy. Farmers for Climate Action commends the National Farmers Federation on backing a carbon neutral Australian economy by 2050. Farmers for Climate Action, which is supported by about 5000 Australian farmers, has been working as a member organisation of the National Farmers Federation to push for the adoption of a carbon neutral target.... CEO Wendy Cohen said climate change, caused by human activity, was already costing Australian farmers money and posed a serious threat to the future of agriculture across much of the country. This is a really encouraging first step towards bringing the agricultural sector into line with other Australian industries, she said. The policy lays the foundation for the National Farmers Federation to advocate for support for farmers who want to reduce their own carbon footprints and manage the climate risks they face. The National Farmers Federation can also play a role in pushing for action on climate change by Australian governments, on behalf of their members. Now that the carbon neutral policy has been established, we’re looking forward to working towards more ambitious targets for the Australian economy, so farmers can benefit from the global shift towards a low-emissions future. Research released at the end of 2019 by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences found that since the year 2000, the impacts of climate change have cut average annual broadacre farm profits by around 22 per cent. The same study found that the average loss in production of broadacre crops across Australia since the year 2000 has amounted to $1.1 billion a year. Farmers for Climate Action chair Lucinda Corrigan, who runs a large, multi-property cattle genetics enterprise based in the Murray Valley, welcomed the policy announcement. It’s a great start, although the science on climate change tells us that being carbon neutral by 2050 is not ambitious enough, she said. The red meat industry has a well known aim to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 and we are making significant progress towards reaching that goal. There is an economic imperative to reaching carbon neutrality. Australia is already known for producing safe and high-quality food, adding carbon neutrality to our value proposition will give us an edge. National Farmers Federation CEO Tony Mahar acknowledged the role Farmers for Climate Action played in bringing the policy into fruition. The National Farmers’ Federation’s climate change policy, like all our positions on the critical issues for agriculture, was arrived at with the input of the many voices within our membership. We were pleased to have the contribution of Farmers for Climate Action in this process. Credit to Farmers for Climate Action

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24.01.2022 Using shade-cloth strategically can create microclimates and extend growing seasons for all manner of small farm crops.

23.01.2022 Covid has put extreme pressure on global supply chains, but this challenge has forced large food producers to think more about regenerative agriculture.

20.01.2022 Transitioning to regenerative agricultural practices takes an investment of time and money, but the returns on capital and benefits to the environment are well worth the wait.

17.01.2022 After a number of dry years, the seasonal (three month) climate outlooks are indicating an increased chance for some rain over winter, especially after June. This forecast reflects changing sea temperatures in the Indian and Pacific oceans. For the past 24 months or so, the temperatures of those seas have favoured drier than usual weather. However recent changes in sea temperatures may bring average, or possibly above average rainfall to some areas over winter. It’s important... to keep in mind that many regions across Australia’s north, including tropical Queensland, don’t receive much rainfall over winter anyway. It’s essential to know the median rainfall for your region. This is an important time of year to pay attention to sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, as they generally indicate if we can expect an El Niño, La Niña, or Neutral (no event) year. El Niño events tend to bring drier conditions to much of Australia and La Niña usually brings wetter than average conditions. Ref, QLD Ag

17.01.2022 Both profit and environmental benefits are possible through regenerative agricultural practices.

17.01.2022 Fertility EBVs explained in Meat & Livestock Australia's new videos Before you head out to purchase bulls this season, be sure to watch this short video from Meat & Livestock Australia explaining how to compare fertility Estimated Breeding Values such as scrotal circumference and days to calving. Click here to watch this three minute animation.

15.01.2022 Could farming with nature be Australia’s best chance at counteracting drought? This is how one sheep farmer revived his dust bowl property #AustralianStory ...| Full episode: Youtube: https://bit.ly/2HxGdY5 Iview: https://ab.co/3jbfxdQ

14.01.2022 More education at secondary and tertiary level about the benefits and challenges of regenerative agriculture can only be a good thing for the sector nationally.

10.01.2022 No major change is easy but that doesn't mean the shift isn't viable or valuable.

02.01.2022 We're excited to announce our first Compost Tea Brewing Giveaway - ONE Optico DM130M Microscope valued at $625! Stephen is demonstrating the powerful and versa...tile Optico DM130M Microscope. It features a magnification power of 40, 100, 200 & 400 times. It's got LED illumination and a digital camera. The digital camera allows you to take photographs and video exactly what you are seeing through the microscope. The giveaway includes a sample compost tea testing kit. Check out the video to see how this microscope works and enter to be in the draw to win one for yourself. Simply watch, like and share this post to be in with a chance to win. Conditions: - To win just Watch, Like & Share this video. - You must reside in Australia. - Includes free delivery Australia-wide. - One contest winner will be drawn on the last Friday of September!