Contents tagged with soil health

21 November 2023

Nematodes are a diverse group, including plant parasites and predators that feed on bacteria, fungi or other nematodes.

25 June 2021

Chris has made improvements in his soil health and has also worked hard over the last two years to improve how he manages his ewe lambs

16 December 2020

How to measure the size and activity of soil microbial biomass – a key indicator of soil health

1 September 2020

Cereals grower Rob Waterston has managed to grow a robust crop of winter wheat using minimal fungicide inputs

10 January 2024

Arable Connections features at events throughout the UK, giving you the opportunity to discuss the latest practical trials and demonstrations

16 May 2024

Learn about the fundamental soil health principles and how to manage the biological, chemical and physical condition of land.

19 November 2019

Software may now enable British farmers and growers to unlock the full potential of their land by applying the exact nutrients it needs.

19 November 2019

Maintaining good soil health is essential to optimise production from both grazing and silage swards. In this section, you’ll find out how to assess your soil and see how beef farmer, Johnny Haimes uses his nutrient management plan.

10 October 2023

DNA techniques are being researched to estimate the effect of soil- and crop-management practices on soil microbial communities.

17 June 2019

The pros and cons associated with the decision to incorporate or sell straw are outlined in an updated AHDB publication.

16 July 2024

Create an at-a-glance snapshot of soil health. Download the scorecard for England and Wales (below) and get the tool for Scotland.

6 June 2019

To help improve British soils, a system akin to traffic lights and an MOT is in development as part of an Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) research partnership.

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