From slurry to compost and organic manures, this episode is all about how to get the most from muck.
Today we’re diving into a topic that’s at the heart of productive farming: making the most of muck. From slurry to compost, we’ll explore how to get more from less and maximise the value of organic manures.
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Joining Peter today is Andrew Sincock, Managing Director of Agriton UK and Agro-Vital UK, and a 2023 Nuffield Scholar researching organic manures.
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Timestamps
00:15 Peter introduces the episode.
01:30 Andrew introduces himself.
3:48 Bokashi
6:30 Rothamsted research study.
8:34 What does soil organic matter do?
11:15 How do farmers value the nutrients on their farm?
13:37 How to analyse a muck heap?
15:24 Get away from calling muck a waste product.
15:58 What are the common mistakes when it comes to applying muck?
18:00 Costs.
19:05 Announcements about capital items.
19:30 Grants that people should be looking at?
21:50 incremental changes.
24:38 Applying ammonium nitrate.
30:20 C:N ration of muck
33:50 Showstoppers.
35:44 Peter rounds up.