CARA Wales » fertiliser http://www.carawales.co.uk Cymru Agricultural & Rural Advice Ltd Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:13:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 KNOWING THE VALUE OF MUCK! http://www.carawales.co.uk/2009/11/knowing-the-value-of-muck/ http://www.carawales.co.uk/2009/11/knowing-the-value-of-muck/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:19:46 +0000 Sian http://www.carawales.co.uk/?p=182 For reliable fertiliser planning it is essential that the nutrient content, rate and time of application of manures are known. The nutrient content of animal excreta is greatly influenced by factors such as diet and water dilution. Slurry nutrient content may vary from one year to the next on the same holding. CARA recommends that the nutrient content of a representative sample be determined by analysis at least once per annum. Interim assessments of slurry can be made by using a slurry hydrometer. CARA are able to provide a lab analysis service, interim assessment via hydrometer and give a report on crop nutrient planning based on results.

 

CARA slurry/manure analysis = £42 + VAT. Analysis gives levels of Nitrogen, Phosphate, Potash, Magnesium and dry matter. This would allow you to carry out a manure management plan and accurately plan fertiliser requirements. This in turn would:

 

·         improve crop nutrient management

·         result in potential savings on fertiliser inputs

·         meet farm assurance criteria

·         gain environmental agency approval

·         benefit the environment

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