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Soil biodiversity is essential for building environmental resilience

The School of Agriculture and Environment and Institute of Agriculture at the University of Western Australia recognise the importance of soil biodiversity in managing soil conditions and building resilience against environmental changes.
Spore of AM fungus germinating and forming hyphae outside roots. (Not stained). Photo: Mark Brundrett

Soil health: A role for arbuscular mycorrhizas

Lynette Abbott from The University of Western Australia, focuses on soil health again, this time examining the role of arbuscular mycorrhizas.
A young woman farmer holds black soil in her hand on an agricultural field. Close-up of hands with soil, quality check. Fertility concept, scaling.

Soil health characteristics

Lynette Abbott from The University of Western Australia, places the spotlight on soil health, including its physical, chemical, biological and hydrological characteristics.

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