Project Update
September 16, 2026
Research continues across the project’s seven trial sites, with the second round of basalt just applied to the banana site
The aim of this project is to determine the effects of applying crushed basalt on CO2 capture, crop production and soil health through a process known as enhanced rock weathering. This is being done through field trials on a variety of farms and cropping systems across Australia.
We are running seven on-farm field trials in the project. Trial sites are located across banana, avocado, cotton, rice, dairy and two grain sites. These trials aim to explore the potential of basalt in improving soil health and supporting carbon sequestration.
Stay up to date with the latest events, workshops, forums, and field days that we will be attending to keep you informed about enhanced rock weathering.
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Research continues across the project’s seven trial sites, with the second round of basalt just applied to the banana site
The Australian Government has just announced that it will grant Carbonaught $10 million from its Carbon Capture Technologies Program to
The Enhanced Rock Weathering Research in Australia and New Zealand Symposium brought together 60 researchers, practitioners, early-career researchers and collaborators
Highlights from Enhanced Rock Weathering Research in Australia and New Zealand Symposium 2026 and Avocado Field Trial Site Visit.
Enhanced Rock Weathering ABC Landline feature
