Innovative Soil Research.
Projects are a core aspect of the Coorong Tatiara Local Action Plan’s mission to promote sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation in the Upper South East region.
The CTLAP has successfully delivered a range of projects, including on-ground improvements, technical support, and community engagement activities, which have produced positive outcomes for primary producers, community groups, schools, and public land managers. By providing financial incentives and technical support to land managers, the CTLAP aims to promote sustainable land management practices that benefit both the environment and the community.
The CTLAP’s commitment to delivering successful projects has made it a recognized body working in the NRM space in the region.
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This case study explores how compost application affects soil fertility and biomass production after clay spreading.
This case study explores the effectiveness of deep ripping and nutrition on soil fertility and biomass production.
This case study explores the effectiveness of deep ripping, soil mixing and nutrition on fodder growth.
Improved grazing production on non-wetting sands
The objective of the project is to test a series of soil treatments and improve participating producers and the broader industry understanding of viable soil amelioration practices and options for improving feed and livestock production potential on sandy soils.
Optimising soil health and water use on sandy soils
The project was developed to optimise soil health and water use on sandy soils across the Coorong and Tatiara District council regions by improving farmer knowledge and skills in managing water repellence and maximising pasture production through the use of on-farm demonstrations.
Collecting Better Soil Samples
These short videos show how to collect soil samples that are truly representative and useful for decision-making. Learn why zone-based sampling matters, how to identify zones within a paddock, and how to take consistent soil samples that support better fertiliser and management decisions.
Optimising grain and pasture yields after amelioration
This project demonstrates how strategic soil testing and targeted nutrient applications influence productivity on ameliorated sandy soils. On-farm trials compare farmer practice with zone-based nutrient programs, measuring soil fertility, biomass, yield and economic outcomes. The project supports growers to use data-driven nutrient strategies to capture productivity gains and improve long-term profitability.
