Soil Extension through the Regional Soils Coordinator, TNQ Hub (Old ID 27529)
Role
Principal Investigator
Description
The funding will assist the TNQ Hub to carry out extension activities in line with National Landcare Program: Smart Farms Soil Extension Activities and support the National Soil Monitoring and Incentives Pilot Program to deliver a National Community of Practice to improve soil health and management. The Regional Soils Coordinator will support the Building Landcare Community and Capacity program to provide more effective, targeted, and integrated soil services that support land managers with practical tools and information to make better evidence-based management decisions for future growing seasons, including an increased uptake of soil testing and interpretation of results that lead to improved sustainable soil management practices. These projects outcomes contribute to the Australian Government National Soils Strategy, $214.9 million over 4 years.
Date
14 Feb 2022 - 30 Aug 2024
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Soil;Resilience;Extension;Drought;Agriculture
Funding Body
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
Amount
375000
Project Team
N/A