Enhanced Rock Weathering Trials on Rice and Cotton Farms
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Source: The National Tribune
A research initiative led by the University of South Australia and James Cook University to explore the use of crushed basalt rock to improve soil health and sequester carbon. Trials are being conducted on rice and cotton farms in Australia, including sites in Darling Downs, Queensland and Jerilderie, New South Wales. The project aims to complement existing agricultural innovations and quantify ca
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Raw Materials, Consumer Products, Government, Education
- Location
- Darling Downs, Jerilderie, Queensland, New South Wales, Australia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- The National Tribune
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Description | A research initiative led by the University of South Australia and James Cook University to explore the use of crushed basalt rock to improve soil health and sequester carbon. Trials are being conducted on rice and cotton farms in Australia, including sites in Darling Downs, Queensland and Jerilderie, New South Wales. The project aims to complement existing agricultural innovations and quantify carbon capture through basalt weathering. |
Original sector | Agriculture |
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Country | Australia |
State | Queensland, New South Wales |
City | Darling Downs, Jerilderie |
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Source | The National Tribune |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Raw Materials, Consumer Products, Government, Education |
Article published date | 2025-11-16 |
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