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How to fertilise a crop correctly Readers frequently ask me for specific fertiliser programmes for their crops. I would happily oblige if all crops were the same!
16/01/2020
The benefits of organic matter In contrast, in a chemically based system, the interaction between the minerals becomes critical and complex, and a farmer needs a great deal of experience
15/01/2020
Growing in hot and dry conditions – Part 1 Here are some guidelines for growing vegetables under drought conditions.
14/01/2020
Slow US planting, growing seasons end in delayed corn, soybean harvest Late-planted feed crops in the US may see harvest challenges from weather, moisture levels, drying costs and quality, says analyst.
14/01/2020
Know your soil – Part 5: the value of phosphorous Continuing with our discussion of the soil analysis, we now come to phosphorous (P).
10/01/2020
Know your soil – Part 4 The pH of soil is a reflection of its acidity or alkalinity. In the absence of base minerals such as calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), potassium (K) and sodium (Na)
09/01/2020
Know your soil – Part 1 This year has been designated the International Year of Soils by the United Nations, so it’s a fitting time to learn more about the properties of soil
08/01/2020
Know your soil – Part 3 Generally, the price per hectare of farmland does not vary much across a region, but the land’s true value does vary according to its productivity.
07/01/2020
Know your soil – Part 2 If you have a proper understanding of the soil on your farm, you will be able to farm more efficiently – and get more enjoyment from farming.
06/01/2020
Biofumigation using an eelworm trap crop Apart from reducing cyst eelworm, planting trap crops has other advantages.
02/01/2020