Copy of Practical Soil Health Solutions for Beef and Sheep in the Omeo, Benambra landscape

Practical Soil Health Solutions for Beef and Sheep in the Omeo, Benambra Landscape

Join us for an engaging session focused on improving soil health and unlocking productivity gains in beef and sheep farming systems. The workshop will highlight region-specific insights and opportunities for producers in the Omeo Benambra area.

PRESENTED BY DR CASSANDRA SCHEFE
Topics Covered:
· Physical and chemical barriers in soil

· Pasture root behavior and growth limitations

· Soil carbon’s role in moisture retention and soil health

· The connection between soil carbon and emissions

· Soil pH testing, lime applications, and overall fertility

· The importance of ground cover and topsoil protection

· Selecting pasture species to optimise rainfall capture

. Soil pit inspection and discussion.

Please bring: Hat, chair closed shoes, clothes for a paddock visit. Lunch will be provided.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Dr Cassandra Schefe, AgriSci Pty Ltd, is a soil scientist with over 25 years’ experience in identifying
and addressing soil constraints in agriculture, with expertise and experience spanning from
synchrotrons to soil pits. Cassie holds an Adjunct position with Charles Sturt University, and is
accredited as both a Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) by Soil Science Australia, and a
FertCare accredited advisor. In 2019 Cassie was awarded the Recognising and Rewarding Excellence
Award from the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), Southern Region.

Host: Benambra, Dinner Plain and Omeo Landcare group.