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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is soil testing important?
Soil is typically analyzed to determine its pH level and levels of N, P, K, S and other trace elements.This then assists you to determine the best products to fulfil your soils individual requirement. It takes the guess work out of fertilising thereby saving you money on unnecessary fertiliser and loss of production.
What is soil pH?
Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. Lime is used to correct the acidity and raise soil pH. A low soil pH inhibits the uptake of nutrients by plants.
What does Nitrogen do?
Nitrogen (N) accelerates pasture growth. Nitrogen deficiency appears as patchy and pale green or yellow pastures with more vigorous growth over urine patches.
Why is phosphorous beneficial?
Phosphorus (P) is beneficial for the germination and establishment of seed. It is not easy to identify phosphorus deficiency. A soil test should be used to determine actual levels.
Why does potassium deficiency arise?
Potassium (K) responses are greatest in pastures with a high legume content. A deficiency usually arises when plant removal is high such as during hay or silage production.
What are the signs of sulphur deficiency?
Sulfur (S) deficiency in pastures appears similar to those with nitrogen deficiency. A soil test is the best way to confirm sulfur levels in your soil.
What are typical analyses of commonly used fertiliser?
Lime 35-40% Calcium (varies depending on type of lime used)
Super phosphate (single) 9% Phosphorus, 11%Sulfur, 19% Calcium
Pastureboosta TM 23.8% Nitrogen, 3.7% Phosphorus, 13% Potassium, 4.1% Sulfur
Urea 46% Nitrogen
Poultry Litter Averages; 2.6% Nitrogen, 1.8% Phosphorus, 0.6% Sulfur, 1.0% Potassium, 2.5% Calcium (varies depending if using chicken or turkey manure, the type of bedding used, and how many batches of birds are reared before the bedding and manure is replaced with new bedding).
Prior to any fertiliser application a soil
test is recommended to determine the pH and nutrient status of your soil.
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