The agricultural potential of Owingup Swamp
Withdrawn from circulation July 1998.
Abstract
1. Soil Survey of Owingup Swamp
2. Comparison of Owingup and Grasmere Swamps
The two swamps, Owingup and Grasmere, shown on the location map are practically identical with regard to soil conditions. Grasmere Swamp however has been cleared and used for agriculture for some 60 years while Owingup Swamp is as yet unalienated. Soils on both swamps consist of mainly organic diatomaceous clay. The survey reported here was aimed at assessing the agricultural potential of Owingup Swamp in the light of experience gained since the clearing of Grasmere Swamp. Findings of the survey indicate that some 2000 acres at Owingup Swamp would be suitable for vegetable growing following clearing and draining. Possible problems associated with soil acidity and salinity would be prevented by drainage, liming and other management practices.
