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Interpreting soil tests for calcium, magnesium and Ca:Mg ratios

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Summary

It is most unusual for crops and pasture in NSW to be affected by calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg) deficiencies. This leaflet contains information about:

  • available Ca
  • available Mg
  • significance of the Ca:Mg ratio in predicting plant growth



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Published: Sep 2003

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