Happy Soils Program
Soil Recovery & Remediation Program
Biological soil support for degraded, compacted, saline, chemically impacted and low-function soils where rebuilding the soil system is the priority.
Damaged soil needs a system response
Degraded soil is not fixed by one input. Compaction, poor biology, low organic matter, salinity, acidity, chemical residues and poor root-zone function usually work together. The Happy Soils Soil Recovery & Remediation Program is designed to support biological function, nutrient cycling, soil structure and plant establishment in compromised soils.
Biological reset
Introduces and supports beneficial biology to help restart soil function and root-zone activity.
Carbon support
Uses Activate to feed microbial activity and support the biological energy cycle in the soil.
Plant establishment
Supports vegetation establishment where soil conditions are limiting growth and recovery.
Standard Soil Recovery Application Rates
| Timing | Product | Rate | Objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial soil recovery application | Heal N’ Shield Granules | 30 kg/ha provisional | Biological establishment and root-zone recovery support. |
| Initial biological activation | Activate | 30 L/ha | Carbon feeding, microbial stimulation and soil structure support. |
| Follow-up activation | Activate | 30 L/ha every 3–6 months where required | Ongoing support for degraded or low-function soils. |
| Plant establishment / stress recovery | Energise Microelements | 2.5 L/ha standard; 5 L/ha high demand | Supports plant function, micronutrient availability and stress response. |
| Severe deficiency or high-demand recovery | Energise Microelements | Up to 10 L/ha only under agronomic direction | Reserved for specific soil-test or plant-demand situations. |
Soil recovery programs should not be finalised without a soil test. Where contaminants are involved, contaminant testing and professional environmental advice may also be required.
What should be tested first
Recovery programs should be based on evidence. At minimum, review pH, EC, organic matter, sodium, chloride, phosphorus, potassium, nitrogen, calcium, magnesium, trace elements and compaction. For remediation projects, also test for relevant heavy metals, chemical residues or site-specific contaminants.
Degraded soil
Low biological activity, low organic matter, compaction and poor structure require a staged recovery plan.
Saline or sodic soil
EC, sodium, chloride, calcium and magnesium balance must be understood before the program is finalised.
Chemically impacted soil
Residual herbicides, pesticides, industrial contamination or heavy metals require a separate risk review.
Recovery starts with knowing what is broken.
Send through the soil test, site history and recovery objective. Happy Soils can review the biological pathway and identify the right starting program.
Request a Soil Review