Soil and Water

Welcome to the soil and water page of the Agriculture and Food theme. It supports the Future Farming strategy of the DPI This page leads to information on soil, water and land issues pertaining specifically to farming and agriculture.

Land Principles of Utilisation Land Use Land Degradation Victoria's Geomorphology Salinity Management	Lexton Landscape
Soil The Value of Soil Soil Health Victorian Soil Information Soil Health: DPI Priorities for Action Soil Management	Soil - a vital resource
Water DPI Priorities for Action: "Water for Victoria's Agriculture 2005-2008" Irrigation Virtual Water - The Concept of ‘Virtual Water’ - A Critical Review (PDF 246KB) Overview Water information Water Quality and Agriculture	Flood irrigation
Nutrients Fertiliser Use Related Links Additional information, especially that relating to general land and water issues can be obtained from Land Management (external link) on the Department of Sustainability and Environment website. The Landcare Program focuses on soil and water management and information can be obtained from Landcare Victoria (external link) on the Department of Sustainability and Environment website.	Lake Gnotuk and the surrounding area