Are we finally cracking the code on Soil Organic Carbon?

Dr Susan Orgill and Dr Elaine Mitchell came together to explore both established and emerging research linking grazing practices to Soil Organic Carbon.

In February, we brought together two of the industry’s most respected voices to help bridge the gap between established soil science and the next generation of grazing data. Susan Orgill and Elaine Mitchell stepped into the spotlight to add clarity to what we already understand and where the evidence continues to develop.

Susan grounded the session in the foundational norms of Soil Organic Carbon, the science widely agreed upon across the industry. Elaine then provided a preview of her latest research, currently under peer review. Her findings examined existing assumptions and contributed additional context to the evolving understanding of grazing management and soil carbon.

Event Details

• Date:  Thursday February 19, 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM AEST
• Location: Virtual (Zoom / Link to be provided)
• Cost - FREE
  

Couldn’t make the live session? The webinar replay will be available here shortly.

What We Covered

This session is designed to connect established soil science with emerging research that may help inform future grazing decisions.

The Foundational Science: What We Know for Certain

Susan Orgill grounded the discussion in the established norms of Soil Organic Carbon sequestration. We revisited the proven drivers of carbon storage and the fundamental principles widely accepted across the industry, ensuring everyone shared a clear and practical baseline.

The Next Wave: Previewing the Latest Research

Elaine Mitchell provided an early look at promising new findings currently under peer review. This segment focused on the direct links between specific grazing practices and Soil Organic Carbon, offering insight into how new data may add context to existing soil carbon knowledge.

Bridging Theory and Practice

A collaborative discussion explored how Susan’s established frameworks and Elaine’s emerging research intersect, helping to clarify what this could mean for graziers and land managers in practice.