Precision Soil Sampling
Grid Sampling Analysis and Recommendation
An in-depth look at the variability of soil nutrition across your field. Usually carried out in 1Ha grids but can be tailored to the individual customer.
The Service
The field is divided into grids and in each grid 16 cores are taken to build a composite sample for that location. All sample points are GPS tagged for future reference. Samples are then sent off to an UKAS accredited independent laboratory for analysis. The results are used to create a comprehensive report sent to you as a pdf document. You will then be able to view these on our SoilSmart system and create variable rate spreading files from the results.
Why?
- Enables variable rate P, K, Mg & pH applications
- Reduces input costs by applying the right amount of fertiliser
- Tailors application to soil for optimal nutrient uptake
- Improves crop quality and yield by optimising nutrient availability
- Supports precision farming practices for efficient use of resources
- Enables better compliance with regulations and nutrient management plans
- Improves sustainability by reducing environmental impact
Standard Service includes:
- P, K, Mg, pH reports and maps
- Data available to view and download on Soilsmart
Enhanced service options include:
- Four Years of recommendations
- Applications files
- Micronutrients and Organic Matter
- Soil Texture
- Standard Soil Sampling
- Precision Soil Sampling
- Lime Application
- Satellite Imagery
- Variable Rate Application (VRA) - Nitrogen
- Variable Rate Application (VRA) - Seed
- Historic Potential Index (HPI)
- Mapping Crop Yield
- Soil Scanning
- Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN)
- Soil Mineral Nitrogen (SMN)
- Carbon Sampling
- Zone Sampling
