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Soils and fertilisers

Course details

Name: Soils and fertilisers
Description: A practical course for those seeking a better understanding soils and fertilisers.
Cost: After NSW Government subsidy, $170 GST-free.
May attract a FarmBis subsidy.*
Course aims: To assist participants to develop skills in assessing soil health and selecting the most appropriate fertiliser.
Learning outcomes:
  • Identify the link between soils, landscape and plants
  • Recognise physical, chemical and biological features of soils so they can be mapped
  • Take soil samples and interpret soil test results
  • Compare fertilisers including their costs and environmental effects
  • Identify the management options for various soil types
Length: 1 day
Course program/structure:
  • Soil health and fertility
  • How to determine soil physical and chemical features
  • Inspecting and interpreting different soils in a landscape
  • Using fertilisers and comparing costs
Resources and method of delivery: Participants are provided with a fertiliser publication and course handouts.

This course is delivered using both indoor and outdoor instruction.
Accreditation: This course is mapped to the national unit of competency, RTE4511A - Develop a soil use map for a property.

 

*May attract a FarmBis subsidy for eligible participants. (For your eligibility for FarmBis support, check www.farmbis.gov.au)

Upcoming dates

There are currently no registered dates for this course. Please register your interest using the link below.

Contact

MRSC Short Course enquiry officer
Ph: 1800 628 422
or 02 6951 2775
Fax: 02 6951 2620
mrsc@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Application form

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