We have now entered the prohibited period for application of chemical Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorus (P) since September 15th until January 12th for Zone A. Remember there are no restrictions on Potassium (K) application or timings over the closed period. Farmers have...
Although grass is the most dominant crop in Ireland, just 2% of our grassland is reseeded annually. As pastures get older, they on average produce up to 3 tonnes less dry matter (DM) per hectare per year. This is an economic cost to the farmer and this cost occurs...
Grazed grass continues to be the most cost-effective form of animal feed available in Ireland and through maximising its yield and quality, profitability can be optimised. Farmers should aim to have stock grazing for a minimum of 280 days per year, however in order to...
2019 was an excellent year for grass production and similar conditions will be favourable for farmers in 2020. January is a key time for planning for early grass growth and Nitrogen (N) will be the driving force of production. The restriction dates under the Nitrate...
The closed period for the application of chemical Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorus (P) began on September 15th and will continue until January 12th for Zone A, which includes counties in the south and east of the country. There are no restrictions on Potassium (K)...
The closing period for the application of chemical fertilisers is 15th September 2019, as set out under the Nitrates Directive and remains enforced in the south east until 12th January. Farmers should make every effort to spread over the coming...
When deciding whether to use a Urea or CAN (Calcium Ammonium Nitrate) product, multiple factors should be taken into consideration such as economic, climatic and environmental. Nationally, CAN sales are five times the volume of Urea sales with national Urea sales in...
It’s that time of the year again and farmers are wondering what fertilisers to apply to ensure early grass growth and try to take full advantage of the favourable weather and ground conditions presently. The passing of the date restriction under the Nitrate...
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