26. January 2012 08:57
This bag of soil should reveal some important information for game cover crops.
In 2012, we plan to experiment with a new range of game cover crops in an effort to find the best mixes for shoots in a variety of different circumstances. Before deciding which crops to try, it's important to get an idea of the soil we plan to use. Soil tests provide a handy starting point for game cover crops, and laboratory tests reveal important information such as pH and NPK contents.
Using a trowel, we took samples from a number of areas around the field and placed them in a sample bag, ready to be sent off to the lab. It could be that the soil is a little acidic, so if the results confirm this, we can begin to plan the application of lime, as well as fertiliser and supplements.
We should have results back in the next few weeks, so we will soon know more.
