Han Langeler show the ration fed to his cattle at his farm near Aalten in the Netherlands.

Europe’s manure mathematics frustrate farmers

Strict rules limit nitrogen application depending on the form it takes when applied

Trucking manure is part of the strange nitrogen mathematics used in Europe as it attempts to balance nutrient use and penalizes manure based only on its nitrogen effect, without considering other nutrients, soil organic matter and biological benefits.







“There’s no single
factor that impacts
how we create yield
or do more for the
environment.”

Getting specific on soil health

Growers discussing their soil fertility needs are finding more layers to the subject

There’s a need for standardization of approaches to improving soil health, as farmers are hit with many different opinions and recommendations. It could be everything from acidity to nutrient solubility […] Read more