Project Overview
How winter legumes and summer covers can protect Mallee soils
Managing groundcover through dry summer months is a constant challenge in low‑rainfall cropping systems. This case study from the Mallee Catchment Management Authority explores on‑farm demonstrations where vetch and summer groundcover species were grown to improve soil protection, enhance organic matter and reduce erosion risk in the Victorian Mallee.
It offers practical observations on establishment, groundcover outcomes and soil responses — useful insights for growers and land managers looking to build resilience in tough seasonal conditions.
