Earthworms: Catalysts for Soil Health in Agriculture with Canterbury’s Agraforum New Zealand
Earthworms are essential for healthy soil. They play a huge role in nutrient cycling and boosting soil fertility. Their natural burrowing and feeding activities create channels in the soil, which improve aeration, water flow, and root growth. These changes directly impact how productive the soil is and how well crops grow. Agraforum New Zealand understands […]
Agraforum New Zealand: Tackling Soil Compaction for Dairy Farmers with Proven Solutions
Canterbury, New Zealand — Soil compaction has long been a significant issue for farmers, especially following severe pugging events and intensive cropping practices that compress the soil and reduce productivity. Agraforum New Zealand, a leader in soil health innovation, has developed solutions to help farmers tackle this ongoing challenge. Compacted soils suffer from reduced hydraulic […]
The Impact of Soil Compaction on Greenhouse Gases: Agraforum New Zealand’s Sustainable Approach
Soil compaction is a critical issue in agriculture, and its impact on greenhouse gas emissions, particularly nitrous oxide (N₂O), is a growing concern. Agraforum New Zealand recognises the importance of addressing soil compaction not just for environmental reasons, but for its substantial benefits to farmers’ bottom lines. Compacted soils reduce pore space, creating anaerobic conditions […]
Update – Soil Compaction Trials Boost Pasture Production on Canterbury Dairy Farms, Dr Gordon Rajendram with Agraforum New Zealand
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hamilton, New Zealand – August 6, 2024 – Recent trials conducted by Dr Gordon Rajendram, a distinguished soil scientist and consultant, have revealed significant improvements in pasture production on Canterbury dairy farms through the use of soil compaction treatments. Dr Rajendram, formerly of AgResearch and MAF, led these trials to assess the […]
Soil Compaction Trials Boost Pasture Production on Canterbury Dairy Farms, Dr Gordon Rajendram with Agraforum New Zealand
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hamilton, New Zealand – July 8, 2024 – Recent trials conducted by Dr Gordon Rajendram, a distinguished soil scientist and consultant, have revealed significant improvements in pasture production on Canterbury dairy farms through the use of soil compaction treatments. Dr Rajendram, formerly of AgResearch and MAF, led these trials to assess the […]
Agraforum New Zealand Highlights EnviroCal for Soil Aeration and Compaction Solutions
Agraforum New Zealand, a leader in agricultural innovation, today emphasised the benefits of EnviroCal over traditional mechanical aeration for soil compaction management. Soil compaction is a significant issue affecting crop productivity by limiting root growth, water infiltration, and nutrient absorption. Effective soil aeration is crucial for sustainable agriculture, as it enhances these essential processes. Agraforum’s […]
Addressing Nitrate N Leaching in Twizel: Insights from Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram and Allan Piercy from Agraforum New Zealand
The Wairepo Catchment Group and the Omarama Stream Water Users Group of Mackenzie Country recently hosted a presentation titled “Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in New Zealand.” The event featured Dr Gordon Rajendram, a soil scientist and independent consultant, and Allan Piercy, managing director of Agraforum New Zealand. Held on 29 April 2024 in Twizel. The talk […]
Enhancing Soil Magnetism and Addressing Compaction with Envirocal – Agraforum New Zealand
Soil magnetism plays a crucial role in soil health, affecting nutrient availability, soil structure, and microbial activity. An often-overlooked cause of soil compaction is the loss of electrical charge in soil colloids—tiny charged particles essential for maintaining soil structure. This disruption, caused by excessive salts, sodium, and poor agricultural practices, weakens soil colloids, leading to […]
Soil Compaction: A Hidden Threat to Root Development and Forage Growth – Agraforum New Zealand
Soil compaction is an often-overlooked factor that can significantly impact root development in plants, leading to reduced forage growth on the surface. This physical phenomenon occurs when soil particles are pressed together, reducing pore space and hindering the movement of air, water, and nutrients through the soil. As Dr Gordon Rajendram, a renowned soil scientist, […]
Enhancing Water Retention and Sustainable Water Management with EnviroCal from Agraforum New Zealand, Canterbury
Incorporating EnviroCal into agricultural practices significantly improves the soil’s water retention capacity, offering numerous advantages for sustainable water management. Developed by Agraforum New Zealand, EnviroCal is a pioneering solution that transforms soil health by providing readily available ionised calcium. This unique composition directly combats soil compaction and enhances soil structure, leading to better water retention. […]