Lime products for productive soils in Berrigan

Berrigan, located in the Southern Riverina region of New South Wales, is a proud farming community known for its strength in broadacre cropping, sheep grazing and hay production. The town and its surrounding district are part of Australia’s vast food-producing belt, supported by flat terrain, strong rural infrastructure and proximity to the Murray Irrigation Area.

However, as with many intensively farmed areas, Berrigan’s soils are under pressure from decades of use. Ongoing fertiliser application, stubble incorporation and irrigation can lead to increased acidity and declining soil structure, affecting farm productivity over time.

Why lime is essential for Berrigan paddocks

Acidic soils are increasingly common throughout the Berrigan district, particularly in areas with long-term cereal cropping and legume rotations. Low pH levels reduce the availability of essential nutrients and can limit plant root growth, affecting both crop yield and pasture density.

Agricultural lime is a proven method for restoring soil balance. It raises pH, unlocks key nutrients, and improves soil biology, critical for supporting high-performing farming systems in Berrigan’s variable climate and heavier soil types.

According to data from Agriculture Victoria, regular liming can improve productivity by up to 20 per cent when paired with good agronomic practices. For Berrigan growers, that means better returns from each hectare and more sustainable land use.

Lime products for Berrigan’s farming systems

Batesford Quarry offers three lime solutions to support soil health across the Riverina:

• AG Lime – A finely screened lime ideal for broadacre application and consistent pH control
• Batesford Coarse Lime – Heavier grade lime that provides structural support and breaks down over time
• Soil Conditioning Lime – Designed to improve tilth, boost microbial life and enhance nutrient cycling

All products are tested for quality and neutralising value to ensure they meet the high standards required by commercial growers.

Find lime through local suppliers in Berrigan

Batesford Quarry lime products are available through established agricultural suppliers in Berrigan and nearby areas, including Finley, Tocumwal and Barooga. Whether you’re cropping, grazing or producing fodder, your local supplier or agronomist can help match the right product to your paddock conditions.

For soil support or product details, contact us or speak with your nearest rural supply store in the Berrigan region.