Wheat, Barley, and Canola Triumphs Again Over Minimal Rain with BEST Farming System in Australia on 2019

Benefits of Using BEST Product:-

Improved Soil Health

  • Enhance nutrient cycle

Improved Growth and Crop Quality

  • Increased drought resilience
  • Improved nutrient absorption
  • Better development of a robust root system
  • Higher Brix levels, 14 to 17 (12 and above indicates high nutrient density)
  • Heavier test weight
  • Less screening
  • Outstanding oil content in Canola (above 45)

Economic Benefit

  • Reduced chemical input

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Report Summary

Despite receiving only 145mm of rain annually and minimal in-crop rainfall of 30-45mm, Terry and Jenny Blanch successfully cultivated wheat, barley, and canola in the Tamworth area. Their approach focused on enhancing soil health by utilising TM Agricultural (TM Ag) applications since 2015 to activate native soil biology. In March 2019, Terry applied chook manure to selected paddocks, combined with 40kg of starter fertiliser, TM Germination (TM Seeds) on the seed, two TM Ag applications (post- and pre-sowing), and a Best Foliar Fertiliser. This integrated approach reduced chemical inputs, improved nutrient cycling, promoted the development of a robust root system that enabled the crop to better withstand drought, and enhanced plant health as evidenced by high brix levels (14-17°Bx) compared to the normal 12°Bx. These elevated brix levels improved resistance to pests and diseases. As a result, the wheat and barley exhibited higher test weights, lower screenings, and greater mineral density, while the canola produced an outstanding oil content of more than 45%, showcasing the power of soil health in overcoming challenging conditions.

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Farm Info:

Pindari

500 ha

Terry & Jenny Blanch

Tamworth

New South Wales

Australia

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Posted by: Annabaq Binti Aswady

Published: 20 August 2019

Updated: 29/11/2024

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