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Meet Our Team
Ben Thomas graduated with honours in Agricultural Science from the University of Adelaide. His PhD is also from the University of Adelaide for which he investigated the role of soil fungi in plant nutrition. He joined Scholefield Robinson Horticultural Services Pty Ltd in 2003 after working at the University of Western Australia investigating the efficiency of fertiliser use and optimal fertiliser placement for crop production.
Ben has expertise in soil chemistry, soil biology and plant nutrition and is equipped to provide expert advice on fertiliser management, soil management issues and crop production to our grape, fruit and nut and vegetable growing clients. |
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Plant nutrition and fertiliser use in crops.
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Interpretation and use of tissue analysis and soil testing for diagnosis, monitoring and development of fertiliser recommendations.
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Soil biology, soil chemistry and soil management
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Research and Development
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Member, Australian Association of Agricultural Consultants
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Secretary, Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology SA Division, Certified Practising Agriculturist
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Member, Australian Society of Soil Science Inc.
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Member, Australasian Soil and Plant Analysis Council
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Member, Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology
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Research and development in soil and plant systems including mycorrhiza fertiliser use, soil acidification and sustainable farming systems.
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Use of soil and plant tests for fertiliser decision making.
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Reviews of fertiliser and soil management programs.
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An Adaptive Management Framework for the Reuse of Treated Wastewater from the Glenelg WWTP within the Adelaide Park Lands.
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Understanding Irrigation Decisions: From Enterprise Planning to the Paddock.
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Western Mount Lofty Ranges Regulatory Impact Report; Analysis and Interpretation of Petiole Analysis Datasets.
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Nutrient Balance Sheets for Apple Orchards: Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium.
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Several projects assessing changes in soil pH and other soil parameters in vineyards and orchards in South Australia.
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Guidelines for Management of Land Associated with Centre Pivots.
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