PROfarm

Soils and fertilisers - PROfarm course

Name:	Soils and fertilisers
Description:	A practical course for those seeking a better understanding soils and fertilisers.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy, $170 GST-free.
Course aims:	To assist participants to develop skills in assessing soil health and selecting the most appropriate fertiliser.
Learning outcomes:	Identify the link between soils, landscape and plants Recognise physical, chemical and biological features of soils so they can be mapped Take soil samples and interpret soil test results Compare fertilisers including their costs and environmental effects Identify the management options for various soil types
Length:	1 day
Course program/structure:	Soil health and fertility How to determine soil physical and chemical features Inspecting and interpreting different soils in a landscape Using fertilisers and comparing costs
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants are provided with a fertiliser publication and course handouts. This course is delivered using both indoor and outdoor instruction.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the national unit of competency, RTE4511A - Develop a soil use map for a property.

Date:	13 November 2008
Location:	Camden
Contact:	Maryke Archbold-Hession 0246 406 333, Fax 0246 406 300 Mob. 0408 492 039 (Maryke )