20 FARM NEWS AUG / SEP 2020 • farmers-mart . co . uk
Bionature liquid nitrogen doubles OSR root length
INDEPENDENT ADAS trials show that a balanced autumn Bionature liquid fertiliser regime doubles OSR root length .
Results from 2019 crops showed that Bionature ’ s Delta liquid nitrogen applied at the recommended rate , achieved 104 % increase in specific root length , when compared to the non-treated control .
Mark Carter , Bionature UK director , explains that getting OSR established and away rapidly is important in counteracting various pests and diseases . “ Early root development is key to rapid emergence and this is stimulated by readily available nitrogen , so the plant can develop an efficient root system .
“ Autumn applied Delta liquid fertiliser has a positive charge , which means it sticks to the soil , as well as penetrating it , leading to an increase in nitrogen use efficiency . It also means less nitrogen will be lost through leaching ,” adds Mark .
Bionature Delta fertiliser is a stabilised nitrogen fertiliser with potassium for improved rooting , stress tolerance , crop quality and yield production .
North Lincolnshire farmer , Colin Chappell , grew 9 hectares of oilseed rape this year on heavy clay land and has seen good results with Delta . “ We had a much straighter , longer tap root on treated crops than the untreated section
Untreated control ( left ) and Delta treated OSR ( right )
of the field and ultimately , the difference between the sample on untreated and Delta-treated crops was significant .”
“ Usually we would grow more OSR , but conditions were against us and Interestingly , this particular crop stood in water for nearly three months over winter and we harvested 3.2 t / ha . So the plant was healthy enough to withstand the flooding , where other crops would have failed ,” adds Colin .
Delta is available in pack sizes of 20 litres or 1000 litre IBCs and is compatible with most other crop protection products on the market .
To find out more about Bionature ’ s OSR programme and products speak to Mark on 07950313704 or Tom on 07494668732 or visit www . bionatureagriculture . com .
Enthusiastic young shepherd scoops first NSA membership prize giveaway of 2020
WITH plans to start his own sheep enterprise in the near future , news that he was the first winner of the National Sheep Association ( NSA ) 2020 membership prize giveaway was perfectly timed for young shepherd Michael Hogg from Tyne and Wear .
Michael , who currently works as an employed shepherd on a mixed farm near Barnard Castle was randomly selected to win the first of four Ritchie portable sheep races that NSA is giving away throughout 2020 to new members and existing members who have recommended a friend or family member sign up to join the sheep farming charity .
Michael says his interest in sheep farming has been with him for as long as he can remember . He comments : “ My interest in sheep started at an early age when a well-respected livestock farmer from Penrith , called William Coulston , took me under his wing and taught me so much about farming sheep and also about suckler cows . This gave me the experience and confidence to take on my current position as a shepherd on a mixed farm near Barnard Castle following my studies at the local agricultural college in Durham .
“ I am now enjoying working with the farm ’ s flock of 600 Swaledale and North of England mules . The flock is predominantly a closed system , only buying in tups from reputable sources .
We produce pure bred replacements , and breeding stock for the lowland flock and also cross the Mules with Texel or Suffolk tups to produce prime lambs to be sold through Darlington Farmers and Barnard Castle Auction Marts .”
Foamstream at the Farm Business Innovation Show
FOAMSTREAM by Weedingtech exhibits for the first time at the Farm Business Innovation Show . Foamstream offers a ‘ one solution - multiple functions ’ system for herbicide-free weed control , gum removal , deep cleaning and sanitisation for all surfaces in all weathers . It is used by contractors , councils , utility companies and public-facing organisations worldwide . For businesses and organisations of all types , it provides a singular solution to controlling unwanted vegetation , power washing and sanitisation of high contact surfaces such as playgrounds , amenity areas , sports facilities and street furniture . Foamstream is one of the fastest |
acting and most efficient options for virus control in outdoor spaces
Foamstream works on the principle of heated water application covered with a biodegradable foam blanket , making it suitable for use around people , animals , water and delicate ecosystems . It can be used un-restricted , meaning operators do not have to cordon off areas while treating and people can access the treated area straight after application .
On display at the show will be the Foamstream L12 , an entry-level ‘ plug and play ’ system which is frame-mounted with four fork-lift points and can be used on a variety of host vehicles . Operator driven , it includes functionality for street cleaning and a rinse mode feature
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providing the option to use the machine with just water and no foam at high or low pressure . Foamstream is easy and simple to use , requiring no ongoing operator certification or training and it can be used all year round , eliminating downtime and allowing the effective planning of labour .
Foamstream is not a new technology , there are machines delivering the trusted and effective solution across four continents in diverse applications from parks and playgrounds to campsites , theme parks , educational establishments , hospitals , sports stadiums and facilities . You can find out more on Stand FM786 at the Farm Business Innovation Show 11 & 12 November at the NEC .
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