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Join us for a practical field day at Padthaway exploring how compost, biochar and improved grazing management can enhance soil health, productivity and resilience in grazing systems.
Hosted by Phil Giles from Mulbarton Compost, participants will hear the latest results from a demonstration site investigating the impacts of varying compost and biochar application rates across both sandy and heavier soil types. You'll gain firsthand insights into soil health improvements, moisture retention, pasture performance and practical applications for your own farming enterprise.
Since the project's launch in July 2025, the site has been monitored to assess the benefits of soil amendments and management practices including multispecies plantings and controlled grazing. Phil will present data from soil analysis results and lead a paddock walk through the demonstration plots.
Event Details
📅 Date: 14 October 2026
🕙 Time: 8:00 am
📍 Location: 414 Giles Road, Padthaway SA
☕ BBQ Breakfast provided
What you'll learn:
• Compost and biochar applications across different soil types.
• Soil health, carbon and nutrient retention benefits.
• Improving water holding capacity and pasture productivity.
• Insights from recent soil testing results.
• Practical considerations for implementation on farm.
This Soil Enhancement for Grazing project is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered for the Limestone Coast Landscape Board, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel by Mulbarton Compost PC & JL Giles Pty Ltd.
