potassium

Growing fodder beet, going to put salt on at 400kg/ha (50% sodium). Question is, when do I put it on?

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland A study co-authored by scientists at UNDO has found that enhanced rock weathering contributed to a 9.3-20.5% higher crop yield and suggests increased crop resilience to future climate challenges. Rock weathering is a nature-based carbon dioxide...

just pricing up some silage sheets and looking at the SILOSTOP products. Have always used VISQUEEN sheets in the past and get good results with minimal waste, most waste is generally around the walls, We use a cling seal sheet and a new top sheet every year and also have new side sheets on...

There appears to be an acute shortage of Banana's. What country should we invade to gurantee supply ASDA have none this is serious.

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF The right cover crop mix can help improve nutrient management and provide an environmentally-friendly alternative to chemical pest control. CPM speaks to two growers who are making the most of Severn Trent’s funding scheme. By Rob Jones...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF With an exceptionally slow and difficult start to the season for farmers across the country, CPM seeks advice from the experts on how to address some of the biggest spraying challenges on the horizon and how to make every spray as...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Red meat is essential as part of a balanced and healthy diet, according to the chair of Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), Catherine Smith. Smith is emphasising the role that red meat plays in diets ahead of World Health Day tomorrow...

The Soil Framework Directive has now been extended. Whereas a licence was needed to move soil from one site to another, which was first established in 2009 in Safeguarding our soils: A strategy for England., this now includes removing soil for testing. If you collect soil for nitrogen...

Written by Brian McDonnell from Agriland Although there are still many cows in the shed, and grazing has not fully taken off yet, it’s now time for silage preparation to begin. The harvesting of first cut silage will hopefully be taking place on most farms in early to mid-May if conditions...

Written by Brian McDonnell from Agriland The importance of the role of the legume plant known as the clover, is growing on Irish farms. Legal requirements to reduce fertiliser usage, along with needs to reduce chemical fertiliser for environmental reasons – as well as holding forage...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Smart technology in agriculture is progressing at a rate of knots with new innovations promising to optimise workflow, streamline processes and utilise every ounce of data available. CPM digs into some of these unfolding technologies. By...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF What’s the result when combining a carbon removal specialist with a Scottish agricultural contractor, a fleet of Fendt tractors and a ready supply of volcanic rock? The answer is, a new way to create carbon credits. CPM finds out more...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF An on-farm trial investigating a two-pronged approach to NUE has now concluded. CPM catches up with the team in Darlington to assess the results and understand if it’s possible to reduce reliance on traditional nitrogen. By Janine...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Seed shortages, mancozeb uncertainty and more resistant blight strains are set to compound the difficulties caused by one of the wettest autumn and winter periods on record. CPM reports. By Rob Jones Potato growers are facing more than...

Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland Potash is a key nutrient for potato crops, impacting on the yield and quality of tubers, as well as the general health of individual plants. It is involved in regulating the amount of water in the plant, because in the absence of sufficient...

Sorry! I am a student at Royal Agriculture University, I am deeply grateful for your time and expertise. I am currently working on a project exploring different composting systems for dairy farm waste and was hoping to seek your advice. This is my attempt at a high-level map of manure...

Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine Variable rate nitrogen applications could be a valuable tool for managing uneven crops this spring, urge experts. Omnia’s Aidan Monaghan says while some crops sown before the weather broke last October have established well and show potential, others...

Hi there been covered before but ofcourse each farm is different. Never had soil testing done for decades as only a small suckler farm but trying to get things more productive with the 60 acre we farm. I will be getting advice from the company who did the soil testing however I expect this to be...

Welcome to the Environment Agency Q&A event on The Farming Forum. For the next two days, this thread will be open for questions for our team at the Environment Agency to answer farmers questions on agricultural regulations. The Environment Agency are aiming to engage with the community on the...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Following what’s been a miserable autumn season, the pressure is undoubtedly on to ensure spring crops successfully overcome potential weather extremes that come their way. CPM looks at some of the options on the table. By Janine Adamson...