Quality lime for soil improvement in Holbrook

Located between Albury and Wagga Wagga, Holbrook sits within one of New South Wales’ most productive agricultural corridors. Known for its wool, beef and cropping industries, the area combines reliable rainfall with productive loam and clay-based soils. Generations of mixed farming have built Holbrook’s reputation as a strong, sustainable contributor to Australia’s food and fibre economy.

However, decades of fertiliser use, pasture improvement and grazing intensity have led to growing soil health issues — particularly acidity and declining biological function in surface and subsoil layers.

Why lime matters for Holbrook producers

Soil acidity is a well-documented challenge across the Holbrook district, particularly in higher rainfall areas where nutrient leaching is common. As pH drops, the effectiveness of phosphorus, calcium and trace elements is reduced. This can restrict pasture productivity, limit crop vigour and increase the cost of fertiliser programs.

Lime offers a long-term, science-backed solution. By raising soil pH, it enhances nutrient availability, boosts microbial activity and improves soil structure — all vital to keeping Holbrook’s pastures and crops thriving. For graziers, lime can support more reliable pasture establishment and livestock performance. For croppers, it enables better root penetration and input efficiency.

Research from Agriculture Victoria shows lime can increase yields by up to 20 per cent when used in combination with good paddock planning.

Lime products available for Holbrook farms

Batesford Quarry offers high-quality lime products suited to the soil types and farming systems of the Eastern Riverina:

• AG Lime – Finely ground for effective broadacre application and consistent pH correction
• Batesford Coarse Lime – A durable product that breaks down gradually, supporting longer-term soil structure
• Soil Conditioning Lime – Boosts microbial life and improves tilth, especially in clays and compacted soils

All lime products are tested to ensure reliable calcium carbonate content and strong neutralising performance in a range of conditions.

Find Batesford Quarry products through your Holbrook supplier

Batesford Quarry lime is available through rural supply stores in Holbrook and surrounding towns like Woomargama, Culcairn and Tarcutta. Whether you’re managing pasture systems, cropping, or mixed-use paddocks, your local agronomist or ag retailer can guide you toward the right product.

For technical support or supply enquiries, contact us or speak directly with your preferred supplier in the Holbrook district.