Nutrient loss is a significant issue faced by the sugarcane industry in tropical Australia. Controlled release (CR) fertilisers may offer significant opportunities to reduce nutrient losses leading to potential improvements in nutrient efficiencies, productivity gains...
Sugarcane farming is a noted source of pesticides that negatively impact upon the quality of water entering the Great Barrier Reef Lagoon. Sugarcane farmers primarily self-regulate pesticide usage with regards to qualifications, application equipment and adherence to...