Phase 4

Management and agronomy post amelioration

The 1-2 years post amelioration transition phase is often characterised by soft soil, a large flush of nutrition, acute short-term wind erosion risk, crop seeding difficulties and high crop responsiveness. Hence, ameliorated soils need different management, particularly in regard to seedbed preparation and seeding, and herbicide and nutrient management.

Soil amelioration leaves the surface soft, making seeding tricky. Rolling firms the surface for seeding. A weighted roller, either towed behind the ripper or used in a separate pass, can: