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www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
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*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
August 2019
Introducing a new range of fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF Article by: Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
Plant valuable bio-stimulants that benefit your farm
August 2019
Inserts: Spaldings
Plant valuable bio stimulants that benefit your farm
Orion Farming Group 3 St John’s Yard, Fyfield, Nr Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LN Orion Office: 01865 390011 www.ofg.org.uk www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be
taken as advice or recommendation form the Orion Farming Group
Article by: Nick WoodyattAgronomist & Soil Fertility Consultant, Aiva Fertiliser
If we accept that practically anything from water to nutrition to microbial food sources can be classed as a bio-stimulant, we need to narrow the parameters and look more closely to what we want to achieve and how we can help to impact the plant physiological pathways to aidcrop stimulation and production to our further benefit.
If we look at where we are at present with a decreasing number of agrochemicals, increasing levels of chemical resistance, decreasing profit margins in conventional agriculture and a growing awareness to influences of farming inputs on soil health and the environment, we have no choice but to encompass a comprehensive view on nutritional growing to keep plants productive and free of disease. Bio-stimulants are an important part of the comprehensive methods used for nutritional growing and have to be carefully placed in the system to maximise the benefits provided. They are an important component to impact plant physiology that provides complimentary stimulation to crop protection and productivity, alongside nutrition.
An example of placed bio-stimulant use is humic and fulvic acid added in with the nitrogen application. Humic and Fulvic acids are used so that the nitrogen is chelated and held in the root zone without leaching, volatilising or locking up. Nitrogen in certain forms needs to be broken down to an available form before it can be utilised by the plant, but for microbes to break down nitrogen they also need carbon as a food source.
The Humic and Fulvic acid also provide alongside the N, a source of carbon to balance the nitrogen which helps lead to its uptake and conversion being greatly increased, meaning we can then apply lower levels of nitrogen and get the same effect.
As we then bring down the nitrogen content, we create less stress on the plant which leads to lower requirements of agrochemical input, which could also increase the yield potential but not just because of the inclusion of humic and fulvic acids.
If you’re interested in learning more about the beneficial use of bio-stimulants, please get in touch and have a conversation with our technical consultant!
Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd pride themselves on providing high quality fertilisers. From sourcing of the raw materials, to the packaging and undercover storage - every detail plays a crucial role in ensuring the end product which arrives on farm is of a high standard.
Thomas Bell are proud to introduce N-Shield® using the more effective urease inhibitor Limus® by BASF which offer a range of benefits to farmers.
7 reasons to choose N-Shield fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF#1 Reduces ammonia emissions by 98%#2 Increases application timing flexibility#3 Improves yield by 5% compared to unprotected urea#4 Raises performance to the level of AN#5 The only urease inhibitor with two actives for optimal efficacy #6 Storage and Stability#7 Quality Granular Urea
Please contact Orion Farming Group for more information or visit www.diamondfertilisers.co.uk
Introducing a new range of fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF Article by: Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
Plant valuable bio-stimulants that benefit your farm
August 2019
Inserts: Spaldings Orion Farming Group 3 St John’s Yard, Fyfield, Nr Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LN Orion Office: 01865 390011 www.ofg.org.uk www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be
taken as advice or recommendation form the Orion Farming Group
Article by: Nick WoodyattAgronomist & Soil Fertility Consultant, Aiva Fertiliser
If we accept that practically anything from water to nutrition to microbial food sources can be classed as a bio-stimulant, we need to narrow the parameters and look more closely to what we want to achieve and how we can help to impact the plant physiological pathways to aidcrop stimulation and production to our further benefit.
If we look at where we are at present with a decreasing number of agrochemicals, increasing levels of chemical resistance, decreasing profit margins in conventional agriculture and a growing awareness to influences of farming inputs on soil health and the environment, we have no choice but to encompass a comprehensive view on nutritional growing to keep plants productive and free of disease. Bio-stimulants are an important part of the comprehensive methods used for nutritional growing and have to be carefully placed in the system to maximise the benefits provided. They are an important component to impact plant physiology that provides complimentary stimulation to crop protection and productivity, alongside nutrition.
An example of placed bio-stimulant use is humic and fulvic acid added in with the nitrogen application. Humic and Fulvic acids are used so that the nitrogen is chelated and held in the root zone without leaching, volatilising or locking up. Nitrogen in certain forms needs to be broken down to an available form before it can be utilised by the plant, but for microbes to break down nitrogen they also need carbon as a food source.
The Humic and Fulvic acid also provide alongside the N, a source of carbon to balance the nitrogen which helps lead to its uptake and conversion being greatly increased, meaning we can then apply lower levels of nitrogen and get the same effect.
As we then bring down the nitrogen content, we create less stress on the plant which leads to lower requirements of agrochemical input, which could also increase the yield potential but not just because of the inclusion of humic and fulvic acids.
If you’re interested in learning more about the beneficial use of bio-stimulants, please get in touch and have a conversation with our technical consultant!
Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd pride themselves on providing high quality fertilisers. From sourcing of the raw materials, to the packaging and undercover storage - every detail plays a crucial role in ensuring the end product which arrives on farm is of a high standard.
Thomas Bell are proud to introduce N-Shield® using the more effective urease inhibitor Limus® by BASF which offer a range of benefits to farmers.
7 reasons to choose N-Shield fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF#1 Reduces ammonia emissions by 98%#2 Increases application timing flexibility#3 Improves yield by 5% compared to unprotected urea#4 Raises performance to the level of AN#5 The only urease inhibitor with two actives for optimal efficacy #6 Storage and Stability#7 Quality Granular Urea
Please contact Orion Farming Group for more information or visit www.diamondfertilisers.co.uk
www.ofg.org.uk
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*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
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Members Section
Quick Updates
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
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Quick Updates
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
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Feed & Livestock Section
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Game FeedJust a reminder that the Group’s game feed tender is with Top Gun Game Feeds. Orders can be placed directly through the mill on 01509 501801. If you require medicated feeds please allow enough time for the necessary prescriptions to be sought by Top Gun from your vet. For all technical matters please contact Geoff Homewood at Top Gun on 07974 684753.
New Supplier to Orion:J&R TyresMobile tyre service started in 2019 by William (Jock) Muir & Richard (Rich) Crook – having over 50 years combined experience in the tyre industry and specialising in the replacement, repair & maintenance of truck, agricultural, construction, can & van tyres. J&R Tyres are a local business who knows their customers and provide a reliable & friendly first class service to keep your fleet moving (service within 50 mile radius of Newbury). For further details please contact Jock or Rich on 01635 261 986.
Dulux Decorator Centre‘Abingdon store now open’Adam Dix, Store Manager at Dulux Decorator Centrein Abingdon has recently confirmed the discount rate being offered to Orion Members has been increased.
The Abingdon store, at Unit 36, Nuffield Centrum, Abingdon, OX14 1RL, is on the Abingdon Business Park, and offers free and same day delivery.
For further details please call Adam Dix on 01235 530 368.
Cross Compliance Solutions LtdREMINDER – any Members using CXCS services, please let them know that you’re an Orion Member in order for the invoices to come via the Group and hence attract the discount. For further details about the CXCS service please contact: Karen Powell – 01981 590 514 - Mobile 07548 115 408 [email protected]
Compound FeedThe new tender year for compound feed starts on the 1st September and remains with Mole Valley Feed Solutions. Members can place orders directly to their customer service desk on 01278 444829 or [email protected] or through Joe in the office. For all other enquiries please contact Joe who will put you in touch with the relevant contact.
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Members Section
Quick UpdatesBank HolidayThe Orion office will be closed Monday 26th August 2019.
Fuel Order ReminderPlease give as much lead time as possible for fuel orders to avoid costly interruptions. Please call Kate on 01965 393 134.
Fuel HedgeRunning from 1st July to31st October 2019. For those that have opted in please specify HEDGE on your order.
Classified SectionLarkmead Veterinary Group Events
(Cholsey, Oxon)Stamp out Lameness (sheep)Wednesday 25th September 7pm
Mastering Medicines – Pig specific(workshop)
Tuesday 1st October 1pm-3.30pmLiver Fluke Control
Wednesday 9th October 7pm
For further details call Larkmead Farm Office on 01491 651 479
Feed & Livestock Section
Chemical SectionREVOCATION OFCHLOROTHALONILYou may be aware by now of the impending revocation of Chlorothalonil:
20th November 2019 – for sale & distribution20th May 2020 – for the disposal, storage & use of existing stocks
Please place FORWARD ORDERS FOR NEXT SEASON, 2020, asap with the Orion office.
We will look to place with Distribution for delivery September onwards with a deferred payment.
Please make it clear that you are placing a FORWARD ORDER, and not required now, also if you require BRAVO only, ROVER only or ANY chlorothalonil.
Shelley DancyChemical Manager01865 393 135
Mole Country StoresMole Country Stores have numerous sites located across England but predominately in the south, including Newbury, Cirencester and Buckingham amongst others and have now implemented a discount structure on an extensive range of their products available to members in all their stores. For details of what discounts are available please contact Joe in the office for further information.
Joe CobbFeed & Livestock Manager01865 393 139
Game FeedJust a reminder that the Group’s game feed tender is with Top Gun Game Feeds. Orders can be placed directly through the mill on 01509 501801. If you require medicated feeds please allow enough time for the necessary prescriptions to be sought by Top Gun from your vet. For all technical matters please contact Geoff Homewood at Top Gun on 07974 684753.
New Supplier to Orion:J&R TyresMobile tyre service started in 2019 by William (Jock) Muir & Richard (Rich) Crook – having over 50 years combined experience in the tyre industry and specialising in the replacement, repair & maintenance of truck, agricultural, construction, can & van tyres. J&R Tyres are a local business who knows their customers and provide a reliable & friendly first class service to keep your fleet moving (service within 50 mile radius of Newbury). For further details please contact Jock or Rich on 01635 261 986.
Dulux Decorator Centre‘Abingdon store now open’Adam Dix, Store Manager at Dulux Decorator Centrein Abingdon has recently confirmed the discount rate being offered to Orion Members has been increased.
The Abingdon store, at Unit 36, Nuffield Centrum, Abingdon, OX14 1RL, is on the Abingdon Business Park, and offers free and same day delivery.
For further details please call Adam Dix on 01235 530 368.
Cross Compliance Solutions LtdREMINDER – any Members using CXCS services, please let them know that you’re an Orion Member in order for the invoices to come via the Group and hence attract the discount. For further details about the CXCS service please contact: Karen Powell – 01981 590 514 - Mobile 07548 115 408 [email protected]
Compound FeedThe new tender year for compound feed starts on the 1st September and remains with Mole Valley Feed Solutions. Members can place orders directly to their customer service desk on 01278 444829 or [email protected] or through Joe in the office. For all other enquiries please contact Joe who will put you in touch with the relevant contact.
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Members Section
Quick UpdatesBank HolidayThe Orion office will be closed Monday 26th August 2019.
Fuel Order ReminderPlease give as much lead time as possible for fuel orders to avoid costly interruptions. Please call Kate on 01965 393 134.
Fuel HedgeRunning from 1st July to31st October 2019. For those that have opted in please specify HEDGE on your order.
Classified SectionLarkmead Veterinary Group Events
(Cholsey, Oxon)Stamp out Lameness (sheep)Wednesday 25th September 7pm
Mastering Medicines – Pig specific(workshop)
Tuesday 1st October 1pm-3.30pmLiver Fluke Control
Wednesday 9th October 7pm
For further details call Larkmead Farm Office on 01491 651 479
Feed & Livestock Section
Chemical SectionREVOCATION OFCHLOROTHALONILYou may be aware by now of the impending revocation of Chlorothalonil:
20th November 2019 – for sale & distribution20th May 2020 – for the disposal, storage & use of existing stocks
Please place FORWARD ORDERS FOR NEXT SEASON, 2020, asap with the Orion office.
We will look to place with Distribution for delivery September onwards with a deferred payment.
Please make it clear that you are placing a FORWARD ORDER, and not required now, also if you require BRAVO only, ROVER only or ANY chlorothalonil.
Shelley DancyChemical Manager01865 393 135
Mole Country StoresMole Country Stores have numerous sites located across England but predominately in the south, including Newbury, Cirencester and Buckingham amongst others and have now implemented a discount structure on an extensive range of their products available to members in all their stores. For details of what discounts are available please contact Joe in the office for further information.
Joe CobbFeed & Livestock Manager01865 393 139
www.ofg.org.uk
Members Section
Quick Updates
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk
Members Section
Quick Updates
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk
Members Section
Quick Updates
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk
Feed & Livestock Section
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Game FeedJust a reminder that the Group’s game feed tender is with Top Gun Game Feeds. Orders can be placed directly through the mill on 01509 501801. If you require medicated feeds please allow enough time for the necessary prescriptions to be sought by Top Gun from your vet. For all technical matters please contact Geoff Homewood at Top Gun on 07974 684753.
New Supplier to Orion:J&R TyresMobile tyre service started in 2019 by William (Jock) Muir & Richard (Rich) Crook – having over 50 years combined experience in the tyre industry and specialising in the replacement, repair & maintenance of truck, agricultural, construction, can & van tyres. J&R Tyres are a local business who knows their customers and provide a reliable & friendly first class service to keep your fleet moving (service within 50 mile radius of Newbury). For further details please contact Jock or Rich on 01635 261 986.
Dulux Decorator Centre‘Abingdon store now open’Adam Dix, Store Manager at Dulux Decorator Centrein Abingdon has recently confirmed the discount rate being offered to Orion Members has been increased.
The Abingdon store, at Unit 36, Nuffield Centrum, Abingdon, OX14 1RL, is on the Abingdon Business Park, and offers free and same day delivery.
For further details please call Adam Dix on 01235 530 368.
Cross Compliance Solutions LtdREMINDER – any Members using CXCS services, please let them know that you’re an Orion Member in order for the invoices to come via the Group and hence attract the discount. For further details about the CXCS service please contact: Karen Powell – 01981 590 514 - Mobile 07548 115 408 [email protected]
Compound FeedThe new tender year for compound feed starts on the 1st September and remains with Mole Valley Feed Solutions. Members can place orders directly to their customer service desk on 01278 444829 or [email protected] or through Joe in the office. For all other enquiries please contact Joe who will put you in touch with the relevant contact.
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Members Section
Quick UpdatesBank HolidayThe Orion office will be closed Monday 26th August 2019.
Fuel Order ReminderPlease give as much lead time as possible for fuel orders to avoid costly interruptions. Please call Kate on 01965 393 134.
Fuel HedgeRunning from 1st July to31st October 2019. For those that have opted in please specify HEDGE on your order.
Classified SectionLarkmead Veterinary Group Events
(Cholsey, Oxon)Stamp out Lameness (sheep)Wednesday 25th September 7pm
Mastering Medicines – Pig specific(workshop)
Tuesday 1st October 1pm-3.30pmLiver Fluke Control
Wednesday 9th October 7pm
For further details call Larkmead Farm Office on 01491 651 479
Feed & Livestock Section
Chemical SectionREVOCATION OFCHLOROTHALONILYou may be aware by now of the impending revocation of Chlorothalonil:
20th November 2019 – for sale & distribution20th May 2020 – for the disposal, storage & use of existing stocks
Please place FORWARD ORDERS FOR NEXT SEASON, 2020, asap with the Orion office.
We will look to place with Distribution for delivery September onwards with a deferred payment.
Please make it clear that you are placing a FORWARD ORDER, and not required now, also if you require BRAVO only, ROVER only or ANY chlorothalonil.
Shelley DancyChemical Manager01865 393 135
Mole Country StoresMole Country Stores have numerous sites located across England but predominately in the south, including Newbury, Cirencester and Buckingham amongst others and have now implemented a discount structure on an extensive range of their products available to members in all their stores. For details of what discounts are available please contact Joe in the office for further information.
Joe CobbFeed & Livestock Manager01865 393 139
Game FeedJust a reminder that the Group’s game feed tender is with Top Gun Game Feeds. Orders can be placed directly through the mill on 01509 501801. If you require medicated feeds please allow enough time for the necessary prescriptions to be sought by Top Gun from your vet. For all technical matters please contact Geoff Homewood at Top Gun on 07974 684753.
New Supplier to Orion:J&R TyresMobile tyre service started in 2019 by William (Jock) Muir & Richard (Rich) Crook – having over 50 years combined experience in the tyre industry and specialising in the replacement, repair & maintenance of truck, agricultural, construction, can & van tyres. J&R Tyres are a local business who knows their customers and provide a reliable & friendly first class service to keep your fleet moving (service within 50 mile radius of Newbury). For further details please contact Jock or Rich on 01635 261 986.
Dulux Decorator Centre‘Abingdon store now open’Adam Dix, Store Manager at Dulux Decorator Centrein Abingdon has recently confirmed the discount rate being offered to Orion Members has been increased.
The Abingdon store, at Unit 36, Nuffield Centrum, Abingdon, OX14 1RL, is on the Abingdon Business Park, and offers free and same day delivery.
For further details please call Adam Dix on 01235 530 368.
Cross Compliance Solutions LtdREMINDER – any Members using CXCS services, please let them know that you’re an Orion Member in order for the invoices to come via the Group and hence attract the discount. For further details about the CXCS service please contact: Karen Powell – 01981 590 514 - Mobile 07548 115 408 [email protected]
Compound FeedThe new tender year for compound feed starts on the 1st September and remains with Mole Valley Feed Solutions. Members can place orders directly to their customer service desk on 01278 444829 or [email protected] or through Joe in the office. For all other enquiries please contact Joe who will put you in touch with the relevant contact.
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Members Section
Quick UpdatesBank HolidayThe Orion office will be closed Monday 26th August 2019.
Fuel Order ReminderPlease give as much lead time as possible for fuel orders to avoid costly interruptions. Please call Kate on 01965 393 134.
Fuel HedgeRunning from 1st July to31st October 2019. For those that have opted in please specify HEDGE on your order.
Classified SectionLarkmead Veterinary Group Events
(Cholsey, Oxon)Stamp out Lameness (sheep)Wednesday 25th September 7pm
Mastering Medicines – Pig specific(workshop)
Tuesday 1st October 1pm-3.30pmLiver Fluke Control
Wednesday 9th October 7pm
For further details call Larkmead Farm Office on 01491 651 479
Feed & Livestock Section
Chemical SectionREVOCATION OFCHLOROTHALONILYou may be aware by now of the impending revocation of Chlorothalonil:
20th November 2019 – for sale & distribution20th May 2020 – for the disposal, storage & use of existing stocks
Please place FORWARD ORDERS FOR NEXT SEASON, 2020, asap with the Orion office.
We will look to place with Distribution for delivery September onwards with a deferred payment.
Please make it clear that you are placing a FORWARD ORDER, and not required now, also if you require BRAVO only, ROVER only or ANY chlorothalonil.
Shelley DancyChemical Manager01865 393 135
Mole Country StoresMole Country Stores have numerous sites located across England but predominately in the south, including Newbury, Cirencester and Buckingham amongst others and have now implemented a discount structure on an extensive range of their products available to members in all their stores. For details of what discounts are available please contact Joe in the office for further information.
Joe CobbFeed & Livestock Manager01865 393 139
www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group
Orion Farming Group
ClassifiedSection
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
August 2019
Introducing a new range of fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF Article by: Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
Plant valuable bio-stimulants that benefit your farm
August 2019
Inserts: Spaldings
Plant valuable bio stimulants that benefit your farm
Orion Farming Group 3 St John’s Yard, Fyfield, Nr Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LN Orion Office: 01865 390011 www.ofg.org.uk www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be
taken as advice or recommendation form the Orion Farming Group
Article by: Nick WoodyattAgronomist & Soil Fertility Consultant, Aiva Fertiliser
If we accept that practically anything from water to nutrition to microbial food sources can be classed as a bio-stimulant, we need to narrow the parameters and look more closely to what we want to achieve and how we can help to impact the plant physiological pathways to aidcrop stimulation and production to our further benefit.
If we look at where we are at present with a decreasing number of agrochemicals, increasing levels of chemical resistance, decreasing profit margins in conventional agriculture and a growing awareness to influences of farming inputs on soil health and the environment, we have no choice but to encompass a comprehensive view on nutritional growing to keep plants productive and free of disease. Bio-stimulants are an important part of the comprehensive methods used for nutritional growing and have to be carefully placed in the system to maximise the benefits provided. They are an important component to impact plant physiology that provides complimentary stimulation to crop protection and productivity, alongside nutrition.
An example of placed bio-stimulant use is humic and fulvic acid added in with the nitrogen application. Humic and Fulvic acids are used so that the nitrogen is chelated and held in the root zone without leaching, volatilising or locking up. Nitrogen in certain forms needs to be broken down to an available form before it can be utilised by the plant, but for microbes to break down nitrogen they also need carbon as a food source.
The Humic and Fulvic acid also provide alongside the N, a source of carbon to balance the nitrogen which helps lead to its uptake and conversion being greatly increased, meaning we can then apply lower levels of nitrogen and get the same effect.
As we then bring down the nitrogen content, we create less stress on the plant which leads to lower requirements of agrochemical input, which could also increase the yield potential but not just because of the inclusion of humic and fulvic acids.
If you’re interested in learning more about the beneficial use of bio-stimulants, please get in touch and have a conversation with our technical consultant!
Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd pride themselves on providing high quality fertilisers. From sourcing of the raw materials, to the packaging and undercover storage - every detail plays a crucial role in ensuring the end product which arrives on farm is of a high standard.
Thomas Bell are proud to introduce N-Shield® using the more effective urease inhibitor Limus® by BASF which offer a range of benefits to farmers.
7 reasons to choose N-Shield fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF#1 Reduces ammonia emissions by 98%#2 Increases application timing flexibility#3 Improves yield by 5% compared to unprotected urea#4 Raises performance to the level of AN#5 The only urease inhibitor with two actives for optimal efficacy #6 Storage and Stability#7 Quality Granular Urea
Please contact Orion Farming Group for more information or visit www.diamondfertilisers.co.uk
Introducing a new range of fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF Article by: Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd
*Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be taken as advice or recommendation from the Orion Farming Group.
Plant valuable bio-stimulants that benefit your farm
August 2019
Inserts: Spaldings Orion Farming Group 3 St John’s Yard, Fyfield, Nr Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LN Orion Office: 01865 390011 www.ofg.org.uk www.ofg.org.uk *Information within articles written by specific suppliers should in no way be
taken as advice or recommendation form the Orion Farming Group
Article by: Nick WoodyattAgronomist & Soil Fertility Consultant, Aiva Fertiliser
If we accept that practically anything from water to nutrition to microbial food sources can be classed as a bio-stimulant, we need to narrow the parameters and look more closely to what we want to achieve and how we can help to impact the plant physiological pathways to aidcrop stimulation and production to our further benefit.
If we look at where we are at present with a decreasing number of agrochemicals, increasing levels of chemical resistance, decreasing profit margins in conventional agriculture and a growing awareness to influences of farming inputs on soil health and the environment, we have no choice but to encompass a comprehensive view on nutritional growing to keep plants productive and free of disease. Bio-stimulants are an important part of the comprehensive methods used for nutritional growing and have to be carefully placed in the system to maximise the benefits provided. They are an important component to impact plant physiology that provides complimentary stimulation to crop protection and productivity, alongside nutrition.
An example of placed bio-stimulant use is humic and fulvic acid added in with the nitrogen application. Humic and Fulvic acids are used so that the nitrogen is chelated and held in the root zone without leaching, volatilising or locking up. Nitrogen in certain forms needs to be broken down to an available form before it can be utilised by the plant, but for microbes to break down nitrogen they also need carbon as a food source.
The Humic and Fulvic acid also provide alongside the N, a source of carbon to balance the nitrogen which helps lead to its uptake and conversion being greatly increased, meaning we can then apply lower levels of nitrogen and get the same effect.
As we then bring down the nitrogen content, we create less stress on the plant which leads to lower requirements of agrochemical input, which could also increase the yield potential but not just because of the inclusion of humic and fulvic acids.
If you’re interested in learning more about the beneficial use of bio-stimulants, please get in touch and have a conversation with our technical consultant!
Thomas Bell & Sons Ltd pride themselves on providing high quality fertilisers. From sourcing of the raw materials, to the packaging and undercover storage - every detail plays a crucial role in ensuring the end product which arrives on farm is of a high standard.
Thomas Bell are proud to introduce N-Shield® using the more effective urease inhibitor Limus® by BASF which offer a range of benefits to farmers.
7 reasons to choose N-Shield fertilisers protected by Limus® from BASF#1 Reduces ammonia emissions by 98%#2 Increases application timing flexibility#3 Improves yield by 5% compared to unprotected urea#4 Raises performance to the level of AN#5 The only urease inhibitor with two actives for optimal efficacy #6 Storage and Stability#7 Quality Granular Urea
Please contact Orion Farming Group for more information or visit www.diamondfertilisers.co.uk