Pesticide effects on soil microbial functions in contrasting SA soils (USA3323)
START
July 1, 2023
FINISH
June 30, 2025
Summary
The aim of this project is to understand how soil properties influence the effects of pesticides on soil health. The project team will assess six targeted pesticides in 10 contrasting South Australian broadacre cropping soils. This knowledge will deliver farmers essential information for identifying the best pesticide-soil combinations to maintain healthy soil microbial communities.
Project Participants
Casey Doolette, University of South Australia
The research
The aim of this project is to understand how soil properties influence the effects of pesticides on soil health. The project team will assess six targeted pesticides in 10 contrasting South Australian broadacre cropping soils. This knowledge will deliver farmers essential information for identifying the best pesticide-soil combinations to maintain healthy soil microbial communities.
Funding
$245,855
This project is a co-investment, with the Grains Research and Development Corporation providing 50% of the total funding.
More information
Casey Doolette
T: 08 8302 6233
E: [email protected]
