Lime solutions for productive farming in Echuca and Moama

Echuca and Moama lie on opposite banks of the Murray River, forming a vital agricultural hub in northern Victoria and southern New South Wales. This region is renowned for its irrigated cropping, dairy production and livestock farming, all supported by rich alluvial soils and strong farming infrastructure.

However, years of intensive use, fertiliser application, and irrigation have impacted soil health. Growers across the region are now dealing with challenges like soil acidity, compaction and reduced nutrient efficiency — all of which can limit farm productivity.

Why lime matters for Echuca and Moama soils

Soils around Echuca and Moama vary from sandy loams to heavier clays, many of which have become increasingly acidic, particularly in areas of continuous cropping and high fertiliser input. As soil pH drops, essential nutrients such as phosphorus and calcium become less available, reducing crop vigour and pasture growth.

Agricultural lime is a proven solution for restoring soil balance. It lifts pH, improves nutrient availability and supports better root development. In the mixed farming systems common to this region, liming also enhances water use and paddock resilience.

According to Agriculture Victoria, lime use can increase farm productivity by up to 20 per cent when part of an integrated soil management plan — a significant return for growers looking to get more from every hectare.

Our products available in Echuca and Moama

Batesford Quarry supplies a range of quality lime products tailored to the region’s mixed soils and farming practices:

• AG Lime – Fine-grade lime for reliable pH correction across broadacre paddocks
• Batesford Coarse Lime – Slower-releasing lime that supports soil structure over the long term
• Soil Conditioning Lime – Improves tilth, microbial health and water infiltration in heavier soils

Each product is tested for neutralising value and calcium carbonate content to ensure it delivers consistent performance across varying field conditions.

Find lime through your local supplier in Echuca and Moama

Batesford Quarry lime products are stocked by trusted agricultural suppliers in Echuca, Moama and nearby farming areas. Whether you’re managing a dairy herd in the Campaspe Shire, growing cereals around Mathoura, or grazing livestock west of Rochester, your local agronomist or supplier can help you choose the right lime for your soils.

For supply information or technical support, contact us or speak with your local rural supply business.