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Nitrogen use efficiency technology showcased at Cereals 18 May 2012

Minimising nitrogen losses and maximising efficiency makes business and environmental sense.  Velcourt will be showcasing a number of technologies which could enable growers to reduce losses and improve efficiency, and take more control over managing nitrogen applications.  They include nitrification read more..

Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme (FFIS) Round 2 14 May 2012

Round 2 of the Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme has been launched.  Applications can be submitted between May 22nd and July 17th 2012.   The maximum grant per business is £25,000 over the lifetime of FFIS and the minimum grant is £2,500. read more..

Nitrogen expert responds to Soil Association report ‘Just Say N20’ 03 May 2012

 Ian Richards, in his latest blog, says he agrees with some of the contents of the ‘Just Say N20’ report and that more research should be conducted into the use of legumes in arable cropping. However, Dr Richards urged farmers read more..

Economic and environmental pressure on N and P 01 May 2012

Increasing economic and environmental pressure on essential crop nutrients means their use will have to improve this was the underlying message from Nuffield Scholars at a recent event entitled Fertilisers for the Future. You can read more at Farmers Weekly. read more..

Upcoming Events

Wed
May 23

Beef Expo - 3 Counties Showground

Visit Tried & Tested at Beef Expo for free nutrient management resources and advice. We will be at the EBLEX stand. read more..

Wed
May 23

Making the most of your muck - Tenbury Wells

Walford and North Shropshire College are holding a one day course with Dr Bob Bulmer, which will include • Improving nutrient management techniques • Maximising value of organic manures • Gaining an understanding of environmental regulations legislation • Improving profit read more..

Thu
May 24

Beef Expo - 3 Counties Showground, Malvern

Visit Tried & Tested at Beef Expo for free nutrient management resources and advice. We will be at the EBLEX stand. read more..

Thu
May 24

Making the most of your muck - Shewsbury

Walford and North Shropshire College are holding a one day course with Dr Bob Bulmer, which will include • Improving nutrient management techniques • Maximising value of organic manures • Gaining an understanding of environmental regulations legislation • Improving profit read more..

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