contracting
Soil
Preparation
Building Better Orchards from the Ground Up
Every thriving orchard begins below the surface. At Gallard Group, ground preparation isn’t just about moving soil — it’s about creating the perfect foundation for long-term productivity, water efficiency, and plant health.
With more than 25 years of contracting experience and over 10,000 hectares prepared and redeveloped, our team combines precision machinery with the deep generational insight of growers who understand what it takes to set trees up for success. From boutique citrus redevelopments to 600-hectare greenfield sites, we prepare land with a soil-first mindset — ensuring that every block we touch performs for decades to come.
A Regenerative-First Approach:
We approach every redevelopment project as if the land were our own.
Soil Health First – Avoiding compaction, improving structure, and building microbial life.
Organic Reuse – Mulching and incorporating existing biomass wherever possible to restore nutrients.
Low-Impact Efficiency – Using innovative practices that reduce emissions and machinery passes while improving outcomes.
Our goal is simple: to leave every site stronger, more balanced, and ready to grow.
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Breaks through compacted layers, improves root access and drainage, and promotes vigorous early growth.
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Elevates root zones to prevent waterlogging and optimise aeration in heavy or wet soils.
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Tailored to each site for consistent soil structure, efficient water distribution, and easier planting.
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Coordination of irrigation layouts and bed design to maximise water efficiency and minimise runoff.
Our Groundwork Services:
A Trusted Partner to Leading Growers
Our hedging services are valued by some of the most respected names in Australian horticulture.
The Gallard Difference:
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Seven generations of growing experience inform every project we undertake.
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From small redevelopments to full broadacre conversions, our systems deliver consistent results.
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Preferred contractor for leading Australian growers including Treasury Estate, CMV Farms, Tim Adams Wines, and Cobram.
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We handle the process from site works to final planting, stakes, guards, and irrigation integration.
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Every pass we make aims to regenerate, not just redevelop.
Regenerating soil, restoring strength, and building the foundation for decades of growth.
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Whether you’re establishing a new orchard or redeveloping existing land, Gallard Group delivers precision groundwork that sets the stage for generations of growth.