About this episode

This episode discusses insights from the Variable Rate Technology Forum, focusing on strategic nutrient application and data-driven farming practices.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, we revisit Mallee Sustainable Farming's Variable Rate Technology Forum held in Lameroo in March, where Kylie catches up with Pete Treloar after a series of pre-seeding VRT workshops across the South Australian Mallee. Pete shares what recent trial work is revealing about applying phosphorus and nitrogen more strategically using VRT. He explains why many paddocks in a low-yielding season showed little response to additional phosphorus, how test strips can help validate decisions, and why some high-performing soil zones continue to justify greater investment. The conversation also explores how combining soil moisture, nitrogen testing, yield maps and local knowledge can help growers better target inputs, reduce unnecessary fertiliser costs and improve confidence in variable rate decisions across contrasting seasons. Whether you're already using VRT or considering where to start, this episode offers practical insights into making fertiliser decisions that are backed by data and local experience. This podcast episode is supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board and the Australian Government through funding from the…

People in this episode

Host: Kylie

Guest: Pete Treloar

Topics covered

• Variable Rate Technology
• Fertiliser Decisions
• Agricultural Practices
• Soil Management
• Nutrient Application
• Data-Driven Farming

Sponsors

Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, Australian Government

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mallee Sustainable Farming, Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, Australian Government, National Heritage Trust

Places: Lameroo

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