Podcasts about soil type

Join Tanja Morgan and Research Engineer Dr Chris Saunders from University of South Australia's, Agricultural Machinery Research and Design Center, as they discuss field trial work aimed at improving soil amelioration efficiency. This episode explores the second year of trials focusing on tine configurations, power requirements, and fuel efficiency with drought conditions in 2024 highlighting the gains that can be made from overcoming soil constraints. Chris and Tanja discuss how different setups can help farmers save costs, enhance productivity, and address soil constraints effectively, particularly in sandy soils. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:14 Overview of the Trial Work at Copeville 00:44 Scaling Up the Project 01:07 Power and Fuel Efficiency 02:14 Soil Type and Ripper Performance 03:20 Economic Considerations 06:21 Yield Responses and Final Thoughts 06:49 Conclusion and Future Information Resources GRDC Deep Ripping Efficiency Considerations Part 1 - coming soon GRDC Deep Ripping Efficiency Considerations Part 2 - coming soon Grower case study - Mick Farley, Farmer, Copeville South Australia. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Tanja Morgan discusses the potential of long coleoptile varieties with Terese McBeath from CSIRO and Andrew Ware, Research Agronomist with EPAG Research. The conversation covers recent research findings from trials in the Mallee and Eyre Peninsula regions, focusing on soil types, seeding strategies, and optimizing conditions for long coleoptile varieties. Tune in to learn how this technology could enhance your farming system, improve emergence outcomes, and stay ahead with the latest agricultural innovations. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:14 Exploring Long Coleoptile Varieties 00:57 Research Findings from Trial Sites 02:17 Soil Type and Seeding Strategies 04:47 Seeding Setup and Fertilizer Placement 05:50 Current Trials and Observations 07:21 Grower Experiences and Future Prospects 11:13 Conclusion and Further Information This podcast has been brought to you as part of the ‘Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms' project through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. We would also like to acknowledge the GRDC project "Integrating long coleoptile wheat into Australian farming systems through an integrated understanding of genetics, management and environment" For more info click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid to late spring is cucumber planting time in most of North America, and we have more cucumber growing tips for you today. We covered a lot of cucumber growing basics back in episode 266 last May, but today, cucumber cheerleader and America's favorite retired college horticultural professor, Debbie Flower, has more cucumber planting advice for you, whether you start cucumbers from seed or from nursery-purchased transplants.And by the way, choose carefully if you're shopping for cucumber plants. Debbie will tell us what to look for. Plus, properly training the growth of your cucumbers can help thwart a lot of disease and pest problems as well. Debbie tells us how. It's all in episode 331 of today's Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, Cucumbers, Starting and Training. We're podcasting from Barking Dog Studios here in the beautiful Abutilon jungle in suburban Purgatory. It's the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, brought to you today by SmartPots and heirloomroses.com. Let's go! Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Audio, transcripts, and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.Pictured: Cucumbers on a TrellisLinks: Subscribe to the free, Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter https://gardenbasics.substack.com Smart Pots https://smartpots.com/fred/ HeirloomRoses.com (with the FRED discount link)Chicken Manure Pelletized FertilizerQuick Snack Cucumber Seeds and moreChelsea Prize Cucumber Seeds and moreGarden Panel Trellis for CucumbersGot a garden question? • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics• Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964. • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net• E-mail: fred@farmerfred.comAll About Farmer Fred: The GardenBasics.net websiteThe Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Newsletter, Beyond the Basics https://gardenbasics.substack.comFarmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.comThe Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.comFacebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred" Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/Twitter/X: @farmerfredFarmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here.Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

For many farmers visiting Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (COFS), the tillage demonstration has become a must-attend event. Independent agronomist and long-time COFS field demonstration host Pat Lynch says farmers see the benefits of tillage and it’s important to keep up to date with the evolution of tillage equipment to understand how it can best fit... Read More

September is always a good opportunity for a fresh start. With that in mind, we look at the Parable of the Sower and ask the question: Which Soil Type Are You?

There is nothing more important to a land manager than understanding what kind of soil you're working with. Researching the soil types of your property can be done in multiple ways, some more in-depth than others. The easiest way is to use the USDA Web Soil Survey. It's an online soil database that covers roughly 95% of the country's soil, and you can have a map of your soil types in a matter of minutes. It's very important to note that this...

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What's Your Soil Type, Matthew 13:1-9 - Johnathan B. Fields Jr. - Saturday, March 18, 2023

SERMON -March 18th, 2023, “What's Your Soil Type” Matthew 13:1-9, by Pastor Johnathan B. Fields Jr. - Saturday, March 18, 2023

Carrots come in all shapes and sizes. From the small Chantenay type to the long, straight Imperator type carrot; will they grow in your garden? We're reviewing what types of carrots work best in what specific types of soils, and how to be successful growing carrots this season! GET DIRTY! So, are you growing the right carrots for your soil type? Tips For Growing Carrots: The Right Carrots For Your Soil Type You need a sunny spot, with plenty of organic matter, free of weeds, clumps, debris, and rocks. Your soil should have good drainage. Fine tilth is the desired consistency. 2 weeks prior to planting: Add complete organic fertilizer work soil every couple of daysbegin watering to condition the soil. Water before you mark off your rows.  Plant ¼ inch deep.  Very Shallow, cover with soil and water gently. Keep soil moist until seeds germinate (usually 10-20 days) Moist throughout the germination process.  Carrots take longer than most crops to germinate. Thin out in Stages, weed regularly, and water minimally after germination. Planting them thicker will help weed suppression, but will need to thin out later. Since they take longer to germinate, weeds can quickly take over outpacing the sprouts.  Must stay on top of weeds. Shapes and Types of Carrots Nantes: Blunt, great for storage, uniform and fits well into jars, almost perfectly cylindrical and smooth, great for juicing and fresh eating. Need loose, well-draining garden soil.Danvers: Bugs bunny type, broad shoulders fairly sharp taper, classic medium length.Chantenay: Short stubby, great for hard or clay soils, short, conical roots that can power through clay and rocky soils.Imperator: long slender, can pack a lot of these in small space, long roots up to 10 inches (baby carrots found in stores) Need loose deep soil. Hard, Clay Soils, Muck Soil Part 1 Scarlet Nantes Carrot is a widely-adapted variety that works great in many soil types. Great for full-size or baby carrot production. Crisp texture and sweet flavor. Broad shoulders and blunt ends. It has a cylindrical shape with very little tapering from top to bottom. This variety is well-adapted and performs nicely in a wide variety of soil types, including harder, clay soils. Envy Carrot is a hybrid variety that produces 10-12″, bright-orange carrots that grow well even in clay or muck soils. Kuroda Carrot is an heirloom, chantenay-type carrot known for its exceptional sweetness and ability to be grown in hard or rocky soils. Purple Elite Carrot is a hybrid, imperator-type carrot that produces tapered, 7-9″ carrots. Carrots have a distinct coloration with a purple exterior and a bright yellow core Chantenay Royal Carrot is an heirloom, open-pollinated variety that works great in heavy or clay soils. produces uniform carrots that are thick and chunky. Orange Blaze is a high-yield carrot that is adaptable across multiple soil conditions, muck, mineral, and deep peat. Easy to harvest, average length 9-10″ with a very smooth skin texture and bright orange color. Part 2 The Oxheart Carrot is an open-pollinated heirloom variety that hails originally from France. The stout roots have a distinct heart shape and feature a bright orange flesh and have a mild crisp texture despite their hefty size. These massive carrots have been known to weigh as much as one pound each and measure between 5-6”. This is a great variety for gardeners with heavy soils or clay soils that might usually present struggles for carrot growers. Malbec Carrot is a hybrid variety. It produces smooth, uniform 10″ long roots. A great texture with strong tops that have good tolerance to blight and bolting. A beautiful medium red in color, the small core allows consistent, rich internal color for multiple ends uses, including marketing as whole roots, sliced, or mini carrots. Danvers 126 Carrot is an open-pollinated variety with broad shoulders and a sharp taper. Performs well in all soil types.

When you first move into a property, assessing the soil is crucial to success. Rebecca Sears is on the show discussing testing and amending soil. Connect With Rebecca Sears: Rebecca Sears is the Chief Gardening Guru at Ferry-Morse, where she's responsible for making sure Ferry-Morse gardeners are more successful. Ferry-Morse Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your entire first order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design.   Shop now and get 5% off your first order. Get Our Books Looking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin's book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live! He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots. Order signed copies of Kevin's books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store. More Resources Looking for more information? Follow us: Our Blog YouTube (Including our Epic Homesteading and Jacques in the Garden channels) Instagram (Including Epic Homesteading, Jacques, and Chris) TikTok Facebook Facebook Group Discord Server  

Judy Howell continues her survey.

Transcript -- Judy Howell continues her survey.

Judy Howell continues her survey.

Transcript -- Judy Howell continues her survey.

Transcript -- An organic farmer explains why organic cultivation is the best alternative to modifying the genetics of crops.

An organic farmer explains why organic cultivation is the best alternative to modifying the genetics of crops.

Transcript -- An organic farmer explains why organic cultivation is the best alternative to modifying the genetics of crops.

An organic farmer explains why organic cultivation is the best alternative to modifying the genetics of crops.