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Articles December 2023
How to break down organic matter after harvest
Post-harvest management of organic matter, such as straw and stubble, is an important aspect of sustainable agriculture. The decay of…
Basic Advice December 2023
A guide to navigating fertiliser rules
Understanding and navigating the fertiliser regulations in the UK and Republic of Ireland is crucial for staying compliant, maximising crop…
Basic Advice November 2023
Managing carbon to enrich the soil and help the climate
Carbon can be organic, produced by living organisms, or inorganic, resulting from geological flows. In soils, organic carbon is in…
Articles November 2023
The role of crop rotation in soil health and nutrient retention
At its core, crop rotation is a systematic approach to deciding which crops to plant year-to-year in the same field.…
Articles November 2023
Understanding macronutrients for crop growth
While modern technologies are advancing and helping drive progression in the agricultural sector, fundamentals such as understanding the role of…
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Articles October 2023
Is your Oilseed Rape Ready for Winter?
Winter can be a challenging season across the agricultural sector, particularly for those growing oilseed rape (OSR). Therefore, it is…
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Basic Advice October 2023
When to Sample Soil and What Is Needed
Soil testing is a valuable way of understanding the chemical, physical and biological status of soil that helps inform crop management…
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Basic Advice October 2023
How to Correctly Apply Fertiliser?
As an essential part of crop production, fertiliser application is a well-established method of increasing crop yield. Supplying the right…
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Basic Advice August 2023
How to optimise grass growth on your livestock farm
With the ever-increasing cost of bought-in livestock feed, looking at how to optimise grass growth and soil management. There are…
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Tips August 2023
How to safely handle and store fertiliser on-farm
Ammonium nitrate (AN) fertilisers, such as OCI Nutramon, are a key requirement for many farms across the UK. They are…
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