The British Survey of Fertiliser Practice* suggests that the steady decline in agricultural land area receiving lime in Britain appears to be reversing.
However, the survey also concludes that this area is still considerably less than that calculated to require liming. In addition, it states the principle causes of acidification have not lessened, and it is reasonable to believe that significant areas of arable land, and more particularly grassland, are at a pH level which could limit productivity.
*Organised and jointly funded by the Fertiliser Manufacturers' Association (FMA), the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the Scottish Executive Rural Affairs.
Proven over more than 70 years, LimeX is an easily spreadable, high-quality liming material ideal for the correction of soil acidity and general conditioning. It is suitable for agriculture, brownfield restoration and the built environment.
British Sugar offers a very comprehensive and flexible service for accurately measuring pH plus additional options for establishing your nutrient requirements - for all your crops - not just sugar beet.
This is our core service. Following the collection of soil samples from nominated fields, these are carefully tested and accurate maps are produced. Precise pH values are clearly shown for each part of the field measured, ensuring that subsequent treatment can be as cost-effective as possible.
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Phone our Helpdesk on 0870 240 2314 for more details
In addition to the pH measurement, we can undertake the analysis of a number of other parameters, including nutrients, organic matter and nitrogen. A fertilizer recommendation is provided in accordance with RB209.
Click here to view an example of a soil analysis report
Phone our Helpdesk on 0870 240 2314 for more details
