Light lands in Western Australia. 3. Microbiological problems in the establishment of legumes on light lands

Authors

C A. Parker

Keywords

Marginal land, Soil fertility, Legumes, Western Australia

Disciplines

Environmental Microbiology and Microbial Ecology | Other Plant Sciences | Plant Pathology

First Page Number

713

Last Page Number

716

ISSN

0021-8618

Abstract

EXPERIENCE has shown that the establishment of leguminous pastures is essential for successful economic development of Western Australian light lands.

Subterranean clover is the preferred legume in most light land areas, with lupins holding an important place in the more northerly districts, and on the deeper sands.

Recommended Citation

Parker, C A. (1962) "Light lands in Western Australia. 3. Microbiological problems in the establishment of legumes on light lands," Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4: Vol. 3: No. 9, Article 8.
Available at: https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/journal_agriculture4/vol3/iss9/8