Influence of various cropping systems on the bulk density of a Burdekin flood plain soil

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Cullinane, R.E., Muir, C.A. and Seton, D. (1970) Influence of various cropping systems on the bulk density of a Burdekin flood plain soil. Queensland Journal of Agricultural and Animal Sciences, 27 (2). pp. 263-264.

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In very dense, poorly aerated soils, a 3-yr period under grass had no effect on soil bulk density or a subsequent oat crop. This was attributed to inhibition of root penetration by high bulk density and poor aeration.

Item Type:	Article
Corporate Creators:	Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Queensland
Subjects:	Agriculture > Agriculture (General) > Soils. Soil science > Soil and crops. Soil-plant relationships. Soil productivity Plant culture > Field crops > Oats
Live Archive:	16 Apr 2024 04:01
Last Modified:	16 Apr 2024 04:01

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