Tillage
The Potash Development Association has reviewed the role of plant nutrition in mitigating the impact of extreme weather events on crops
According to Teagasc, a range of crop nutrient deficiencies are now visible in spring cereals: a direct result of the ongoing dry weather.
Trends identified within a 2022/23 survey of UK soil potassium index values have just been published by the Potash Development Association
According to the Potash Development Association (PDA) forage maize crops can deliver yields of up to 50t/ha
Dairy
As we progress further into the busy calving season, the risk of milk fever (hypocalcemia) and other metabolic issues, increases.
The calving season is only a matter of weeks away and the risk of milk fever (hypocalcemia) and other metabolic issues will arise...
Mineral supplementation is a crucial aspect of the dry cow period to help with body condition score (BCS), calving down and the overall...
The very mild weather into November has meant that most cows in the country are still out at grass, and feeding the dairy cow properly as we..
As we get further into the calving season for the autumn calving herds, the risk of milk fever and other metabolic issues increases.
Dairy farmers must be weary of grass tetany at this time of the year as too often the only sign of grass tetany is when the animal is found...
Recent research has confirmed that numerous soil minerals combine to maximise the eating quality of potatoes.
Dairy Technical
Depending on the planned start of calving or due dates of cows, dry cow minerals may already need to be the diet of your cows.
After the much wanted rain has come and grass growth is beginning to return to somewhat normal levels - it's important to be weary of grass tetany.
Beef
Grass tetany is caused by a Magnesium deficiency which can occur in rapidly growing, lush, low-fibre pasture, especially where heavy nitrogen has been applied.
