Module 7 knowledge check

What tools can producers use to gather information about the nutrient status of the soils a cross their properties?

Laboratory soil tests

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Plant tissue tests

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DIY fertiliser strip tests

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Any or all of the above

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Which valuable nutrient do pasture legumes contribute to the pasture system?

Phosphorus

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Nitrogen

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Potassium

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All of the above

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Excessive application of nitrogen fertiliser to pastures can exacerbate which of the TWO environmental issues listed below?

Salinity

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Soil acidity

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Soil erosion

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Groundwater pollution

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What are the three critical actions required to keep desirable species productive and dominant in a pasture base?

Assess current grazing practices to determine whether they match the needs of the desirable species within the pasture.

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Clarify the grazing requirements of each species within the pasture, particularly those targeted for increase of decrease.

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Allow a six-week rest during autumn to boost legume species.

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Measure, manage and monitor the impact of any management actions on pasture composition.

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Deferred grazing is a tactic that aims to…

Boost the proportion of legumes in a pasture.

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Allow pastures to utilise fertiliser immediately after application.

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Aid grass recovery and maximise germination of and establishment of pasture seedlings.

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All of the above.

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Establishing a new pasture is a significant investment. Which of the following is critical to ensure the investment is profitable?

Ensure establishment succeeds the first time

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Ensure the desirable species persist

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Increase livestock production

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All of the above

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Module 7: Grow more pasture

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