Episode Description
Permanent tramlines in a controlled-traffic farming system offer a range of benefits including less soil compaction across the whole paddock, fuel savings, higher yields and better in-crop access. Over time, tramlines can compact deeper than the rest of the paddock and can become rutted, with ridges forming where tyres push soil to the sides of the tramline.
In this episode, we’re joined by Bindi Isbister from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and grower Cameron Johnson as part of a GRDC series looking at managing soil constraints in Western Australia. Together, we talk about the process of renovating these tramlines to keep them flat and even, as well as the different machinery options to get the job done.
Contact:
Bindi Isbister
DPIRD (WA)
bindi.isbister@dpird.wa.gov.au
More information:
Permanent tramlines in CTF systems need maintenance
Renovating to prevent tramline erosion is now a key priority for CTF grower
Developing a controlled traffic (tramline) farming system
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