Gordon Rajendram the soil scientist

Dr. Gordon Rajendram
The Soil Scientist

Renowned New Zealand Soil Scientist and Fertiliser Consultant
Bringing science to the farm

I highly recommend Gordon. Not tied to a fertilizer manufacturer or retailer, his expertise and independence lead to the most advantageous recommendation.
Geoff Scott
Dairy Farmer, Maungatautari

Who is Dr. Gordon Rajendram & How Can He Help Farmers

Dr. Gordon Rajendram

Dr Gordon Rajendram

Dr. Gordon Rajendram, one of New Zealand's most renowned soil scientists, offers unparalleled expertise in soil fertility and the optimisation of farming practices. With a PhD from Waikato University and extensive experience at AgResearch, he is a recognised authority on soil health and fertilisation. As an expert in providing unbiased fertiliser recommendations, Dr. Rajendram helps farmers across the Waikato region and New Zealand enhance farm profitability and sustainability. His services, which include soil testing, pasture testing, and feed testing, are essential for improving animal nutrition and reducing the environmental footprint of agricultural practices. With over 35 years of experience and numerous publications and patents, Dr. Rajendram is the go-to expert for farmers seeking to maximise their soil's potential amidst challenges like recession and inflation.

“If you are looking to improve the quality of your soil, get the soil scientist and Independent Fertiliser Consultant DR Gordon Rajendram on to the case”

Expert Fertiliser, Agronomy and Farm Environmental Consultant.

Services

Soil Scientist Gordon Rajendram (PhD)

Soil Scientist Gordon Rajendram (PhD) can help farms get the correct soil and mineral balance that grows healthy pasture, crops and animals. Gordon lends his expert knowledge to farmers, helping them get the most out of their soil so their farm can work more efficiency, be sustainable while improving farm profitability. If farm consultancy is something you need, then make sure you get the best in New Zealand, the soil scientist and Fertiliser Consultant Dr Gordon Rajendram out to your farm today.

Soil Scientist Gordon Rajendram (PhD) can help farms get the correct soil and mineral balance that grows healthy pasture, crops and animals.

Sampling and Testing is the most crucial step in the process of nutrient management. Having efficient and professional testing done has myriad of benefits that help farmers get the most out of their farm while keeping the environment healthy.

Gordon's Work

Gordon lends his knowledge to farmers, helping them get the most out of their soil so their farm can work more efficiently and be sustainable, while improving farm profitability

As an expert in agriculture, Gordon lends his knowledge to farmers, helping them get the most out of their soil so their farm can work more efficiently and be sustainable, while improving farm profitability.

Involvement in Agricultural and analytical testing development and research under his belt

Gordon has more than 34 years of involvement in Agricultural and analytical testing development and research under his belt. He’s been among New Zealand’s experts in soil fertility and the environment and is a leading Fertiliser Consultant.

Maximise your soil’s potential to boost farm efficiency, sustainability, and profitability

Achievements & Awards

With BSc, MSc and a PhD to his name, Gordon is one of the leading experts on laboratory measurement techniques for chemical, biological and physical properties in materials.

With a comprehensive and wide-ranging knowledge of IANZ quality systems and procedures in order to have a laboratory, and its testing methods IANZ accredited, Gordon has over twenty six years’ experience in the laboratory, field and research expertise. This is just one of the myriads of reasons on why Gordon is considered one New Zealand’s leading Soil fertility experts.

Gordon is a member of New Zealand Society of Soil Science and is also a member of New Zealand Grasslands Society.

Gordon cuts through something that sounds complicated, making it straightforward and practical. In his role as an independent agronomist, Gordon’s advice achieves sustainable long-term growth and peace of mind by feeding soil properly to shift nutrients from the soil to plants and animals – and into our food.
John Davis
General Director Uptake

Soil Scientist News

Benefits of testing your soil with New Zealand’s leading expert in soil fertility, Hamilton-based Fertiliser Consultant and Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram.

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Dr Gordon Rajendram on the Perils of Over-Fertilisation: A Cautionary Tale for Farmers

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Leading Hamilton Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram: Nutrients and Minerals in Spring Grass and How Pasture and Soil Testing Can Optimise Horse and Stock Health

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New Player Marnco Has Increased Competition And Reduction In Prices In New Zealand's Fertiliser Market And Viewed Positively By Leading Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram

The recent entry of Marnco into the New Zealand fertiliser market has been viewed as a positive development by one of New Zealand’s leading soil scientists, Hamilton-based Dr Gordon Rajendram.“Since...
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The Call for Competition in New Zealand’s Fertiliser Market with Renowned Hamilton Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram Has Gained Farmer Support

An anonymous Hamilton-based farmer has supported the call for more competition in the fertiliser industry from renowned Hamilton soil scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram.“Improving soil biology with less...

Discover what’s going on with your farm nutrients with Hamilton-based Fertiliser Consultant and Soil Scientist Gordon Rajendram (PhD).

Discover what’s going on with your farm nutrients

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