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Publication Date
2005
Location
Dublin Ireland
Description
Traditional farming systems in south west Australia based on annual plants have been shown to use insufficient water leading to excess leakage below the root zone, groundwater rise and eventually salinisation of the landscape. Introduction of deep-rooted summer active perennial plants can significantly increase water-use thus reducing the risk of salinisation. However the adoption of perennials by farmers is also dependent on their effect on economic factors. This paper reports an analysis of the impact of perennials on whole farm profit.
Citation
Sanford, Paul and Young, J., "Are New Farming Systems Based on Perennial Pastures in South West Australia More Profitable?" (2005). IGC Proceedings (1985-2023). 100.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/20/themeC/100)
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Are New Farming Systems Based on Perennial Pastures in South West Australia More Profitable?
Dublin Ireland
Traditional farming systems in south west Australia based on annual plants have been shown to use insufficient water leading to excess leakage below the root zone, groundwater rise and eventually salinisation of the landscape. Introduction of deep-rooted summer active perennial plants can significantly increase water-use thus reducing the risk of salinisation. However the adoption of perennials by farmers is also dependent on their effect on economic factors. This paper reports an analysis of the impact of perennials on whole farm profit.
