The true method of knowledge is experiment,” as William Blake said, and in 2023 we tried out foliar nitrogen.
Previously, we used a conventional Amazone fert spreader, applying granular nitrogen fertiliser at an annual rate of 180-240kg/ha.
Targeting a reduction in chemical nitrogen use, we have been incorporating clover slowly over the past five years.
As we still have ryegrass on half the farm, we looked at another step to cut fertiliser quantities.
See also: How to improve consistency with foliar nitrogen sprays