The Fertiliser Manual (RB209)
Published on 22 July 2010
The Fertiliser Manual (RB209) replaces the old Fertiliser Recommendations 7th edition (2000). It provides recommendations for the use of lime and major nutrients (N, P, K, S, Mg, Na) on most field-grown crops including arable, grassland, field vegetables and fruit.
Additionally, it provides farmers and their advisers details of the content and supply of nutrients from a wide range of organic manures, and provides a wide range of background information on nutrient management.
Hard copies priced at £24.99 can be ordered from www.tso.co.uk
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Climate Change: solutions from the grassland sector
Published on 29 June 2010
PLANT breeding is a cost effective route to delivering increased production and improved environmental protection. High sugar ryegrass (HSG) varieties, bred at IBERS, improve (nitrogen) N use in the rumens of cattle and sheep, reducing emissions and increasing milk and meat production.
This paper has been taken from a summary by Matt Mellor of Agribusiness Communications talking at a seminar organised by the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE) and the Institute of Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences (IBERS) held at Stoneleigh Park.
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Silage: making, storing, and effluent collection systems for silos
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your silage making or storage facilities, or add new ones?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
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Earth bank slurry stores and tanks
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your earth bank stores or tanks, or install a new one?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
Slurry reception pits and in-situ or above-ground slurry stores
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your slurry stores or reception pits, or add new ones?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
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Low-rate slurry irrigation systems
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your low-rate slurry irrigation system, or install a new one?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
The ‘Smash and Grab’ Approach to Silage Making
Published on 03 June 2010
DO you cut now, or do you wait for better weather? It’s an important question when the quality of silage can make the difference between profit and loss.
This fact sheet from the Silage Advisory Centre raises awareness of the pros and cons to help farmers make an informed decision.
Improving Soils for Better Returns
Published on 04 May 2010
The information in this manual offers useful advice on the financial benefit of good soil, how to assess and improve your grassland to improve returns from crop and animal production through appropriate soil management.
It was compiled by independent grassland specialist Charlie Morgan, EBLEX livestock Scientist Liz Genever and EBLEX industry development manager Chris Lloyd. A FREE printed copy can be requested by e-mailing brp@eblex.org.uk or by calling 0870 241 8829.
Managing Clover for Better Returns
Published on 04 May 2010
While feed and fertiliser prices remain high, having a dependable source of home-grown protein such as clover in the fields, offers some protection from ever-rising input costs.
Compiled by EBLEX, British Seed Houses, ABC and independent specialists, this booklet outlines the advantages of including clovers in the farming system. A FREE printed copy can be requested by e-mailing brp@eblex.org.uk or by calling 0870 241 8829.
Improving pasture for Better Returns
Published on 04 May 2010
All too often grassland underperforms. Inadequate crop nutrition, soil compaction, weed infestation and many other factors will all result in reduced performance.
In this manual EBLEX address the key factors that will enable beef and sheep farmers to look in more detail at their pasture, identify key ways to improve management, and their grazing performance. A FREE printed copy can be requested by e-mailing brp@eblex.org.uk or by calling 0870 241 8829.