Research Centre

Introducing our Research Centre: the heart of our commitment to delivering exceptional quality and sustainable solutions to Australian farming.

Mort & Co’s dedicated facility brings together a team of passionate scientists, analysts, researchers, and producers who are driving groundbreaking initiatives to validate and showcase the remarkable benefits of our products.

At Mort & Co, we firmly believe in the power of scientific research to transform the agricultural landscape. Our Research Centre serves as the hub for rigorous testing, analysis, and innovation, ensuring that our fertilisers meet and exceed the highest standards of quality and efficacy. We leave no stone unturned in our quest to provide farmers with products that truly make a positive impact on their crops, their soil, and the environment.

Trialled and Tested

In the world of agricultural innovation, independent validation holds paramount importance. At Mort & Co Fertilisers, we are proud to present the results of our demonstrated tests and key independent trials, a series of rigorous and unbiased assessments that demonstrate the transformative power of our fertilisers. These trials, conducted by renowned agricultural institutions and trusted experts, provide undeniable evidence of the efficacy, sustainability, and tangible benefits that our products bring to Australian farming. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to transparency, our Key Independent Trials serve as a testament to the exceptional quality and real-world impact of Mort & Co Fertilisers.

Key Independent Trials

InstitutionDateCropFinding

University of Queensland (CROWN)05/06/22Corn (hothouse)Partial replacement of inorganic fertiliser with granulated compost was possible.

University of Queensland (CROWN)05/06/22Sorghum (field trial)Replacing 34% of the 350 kg/ha cotton sustain was possible without compromising yield.

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF)07/01/22Laboratory testingModified Terrus granules increased nitrogen efficiency by up to 40%

On-Farm Demonstrations

Grassdale FarmEldersJanuary 2022WheatTerrus increased revenue by  $554.30/Ha over the standard treatment

Tosari Crop Research CentreElders2023WheatTerrus treatment increased the return by over $497/Ha over the industry standard treatment. Gyptek increased the return by over $191/Ha over the industry standard treatment.

‘Dimboola’ PallamallawaPure GrainAugust 2023Faba BeansNodulation scores increased in accordance with increased application rates of Terrus Pro. Inoculated Terrus Pro provided the best alternative to seed inoculation, increasing nodulation by up to 300%.

‘Dimboola’ PallamallawaPure GrainAugust 2023Faba BeansTerrus Pro increased yields in accordance with increased application rates. Increased yields returned up to $48/Ha (17%) over the industry standard treatment.

Results

Highlights

Reduced leaching by 40% when blended

Increased nutrient retention

Healthier crops and increased yields

Holds three (3) times its weight in water

Increased resilience against pests

Our Key Independent Trials and On-Farm Demonstrations have yielded groundbreaking findings that showcase the immense potential of Mort & Co Fertilisers. Notably, the DAFF trial, conducted in a laboratory setting, demonstrated that our blended fertiliser can reduce nitrate leaching by up to 40% compared to traditional Urea fertilisers. This means more nutrients remain in the soil, resulting in healthier crops and increased yields.

In fact, our on-farm demonstration at Grassdale showed an impressive 35% increase in crop yield. The unique composition of our organic fertiliser allows it to hold nutrients below the surface and retain three times its weight in water, making crops more resilient to dry periods and pests. With these remarkable results, we are hoping to take the next step and embark on a commercial-sized field trial, bringing us closer to transforming the future Australian agriculture, and protection of the Great Barrier Reef.

Safeguarding the reef

The Great Barrier Reef stands as a precious wonder that demands our utmost protection. Mort & Co is committed to playing its part in preserving this natural treasure.

Conventional fertilisers have been known to contribute to soil leaching, particularly nitrogen leaching, which poses a significant threat to the environment, waterways, and the reef itself. However, we are changing the narrative with our blended fertilisers that reduce nitrogen leaching by an impressive 82.7%.

Product

Terrus

(3 - 1 - 2 - 1)

Granulated carbon-based organic fertiliser

Suited to the following soil constraints:

Low organic carbon

Trace element deficiencies

Low soil cation exchange capacity (CEC)

Low water retention

Poor nitrogen efficiency