Nutrient research

“With rising fertiliser costs, it is becoming increasingly important to target applications and make best use of any organic materials that may be available locally. HGCA’s programme of applied crop nutrition research aims to continuously update and build upon existing national guidance while providing farmers and agronomists with the information necessary on-farm.”

Dr James Homes – Research and KT Manager

Phosphate use has declined in the UK over the past 30 years. However, phosphorus is an essential plant nutrient and it must be managed well to ensure optimum crop yields and quality can be achieved. HGCA funded research is providing information on how to manage levels of soil P and how to make best use of different sources of P.

Completed nutrient research projects

Related research articles

• Strip trial aims to break yield plateau (Feb 2014*)
• P Critical to maximise yield (Feb 2014**)
• Trace benefit from trace elements? (Apr 2013**)
• Taking the mystery out of muck (Feb 2013**)
• Extracting the P from poo (Jul 2012**)
• Unlock the potential of P (Apr 2012**)
• N-suring optimum uptake (Feb 2012**)

*Research in Focus article. **Theory to Field article.