In summary, while the soils at Buckleboo are capable of supporting agriculture, they present several challenges. The combination of stratified acidity, low organic carbon, nutrient deficiencies, water repellence, and subsoil constraints must be carefully managed to maintain productivity. Strategies such as liming to address acidity, deep ripping to break compaction layers, and soil amelioration to improve water infiltration could enhance crop performance in this region.
Chisel plough with a Bednar or deep ripping with inclusion plates may provide an effective solution to providing some nutrition and carbon in the subsoil to encourage root growth and alleviate acid stratification; lime application may also be beneficial. Fertilise annually to correct constraints.