We provide the following agronomic advice to farmers in southern NSW & the ACT. Success is built on establishing a close client relationship, sound planning strategies and reliable follow-up/monitoring:
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Agronomic advice for pasture and cropping enterprises
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Cropping advice and rotations: for optimum weed control and maximum returns in dryland & irrigated crops
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Soil, water & plant tissue testing & interpretation: accredited Nutrient Advantage Advisor
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Soil erosion control & remediation
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Grazing management advice
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Farm planning & budgeting information
Regular scheduled paddock inspections are conducted based on the farm’s agronomy plan, & reports are provided to clients for each farm visit. An annual review of whole farm agronomy plans is completed for each of our clients to consider changes in technology, enterprise goals & client objectives.
Agronomy information is provided to clients via quarterly newsletters, ‘Hot topic' emails, text alerts, farm walks and bus trips.
We have established & monitored field research projects for Government agencies and corporate business, as well as on-farm demonstration sites for farmers, seed suppliers, herbicide company’s and rural suppliers.
Examples of completed projects include:
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Demonstration site of perennial grass & legume species near Braidwood, NSW (2015-2018)
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Evaluation of perennial grass pasture species near Canberra ACT for Wrightson Seeds (2010-2015)
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Evaluation of forage brassica crops near Holbrook NSW (2008-2009)
Whether you are adding to your current farm or purchasing your very first farm, Roger Garnsey Agronomy Pty Ltd can provide a sound assessment of your impending purchase, large or small.
We will consider all aspects of your farming purchase including:
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Soil type & current fertility levels: through extensive soil testing
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A complete assessment of pasture, cropping & weed species
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Current water infrastructure & design improvements
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Fencing condition & design improvements
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Potential production and
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Ultimately, whether the property will fulfill your expectations