Written by Charlotte Cunningham
High rainfall levels in Dec and Jan may have caused issues below the surface that ought to be taken into account when planning for first applications of nitrogen, according to the latest advice from Yara. Charlotte Cunningham reports. Though crops got off to a good start in the autumn due to the favourable establishment conditions, the prolonged period of rainfall this winter could cause issues, says Natalie Wood, country arable agronomist at Yara. “The above average rainfall levels could mean that root systems have taken a knock due to sitting in wet, anaerobic conditions.” According to Natalie, the result of this is robust growth on the surface without the necessary equivalent growth beneath to sustain it. “From above, we might think everything is fine. Out of view, the situation isn’t as it may seem. We therefore need to keep the pre-winter momentum going once crops start to actively grow again in a few weeks’ time.” Natalie offered some advice on what’s required in light of the weather conditions over the past couple of months: 1. Ensure all the necessary nutrients are present “In order to regrow that root system fresh phosphate and potassium are vital nutrients to go with nitrogen…
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