A Nutrient Boost for Our Crops

Well, hasn’t the recent rain been a treat for our fields?

After a bit of a drier spell, those lovely

raindrops have soaked into the soil, and our crops like wheat, barley, and oilseed rape are likely giving a big green sigh of relief! But it’s not just about quenching their thirst – this rain is like a wake-up call for all sorts of stuff happening beneath the surface, especially when it comes to feeding our plants. When the soil is dry, the nutrients our plants need are a bit stuck, not moving around much. But when the rain comes along, it’s like the ultimate delivery service! The water dissolves those nutrients, helping them travel easily through the soil to the plant roots, serving a delicious meal right to their doorstep!

Rainwater helps things like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium get mobile for those hungry roots to take them up. The rain also makes the tiny little microbes in the soil more active. These guys (and girls) are brilliant at breaking down organic matter and releasing even more nutrients for our crops. If you’re using something like our Bio-N, this extra moisture will get those nitrogen-fixing microbes buzzing and doing their fantastic work!

When the soil has the proper moisture, the plant roots can stretch out and do their job better, including being super good at grabbing all those available nutrients. Happy roots mean happy plants!

This sudden rush of available food provides a growth spurt opportunity for our crops. Plants with all those extra nutrients can really bulk up and build a strong foundation. Healthy green leaves mean more sunshine can be captured, which is like free energy for the plants to grow even bigger and better. Well-fed plants are generally tougher and better able to handle any little hiccups that might come their way. 

Just because there’s a sudden rush of food doesn’t mean it’ll last forever. Keep an eye on your crops and see how they’re looking. That’s why we recommend taking plant tissue samples, sending them to the lab, and monitoring the crops accordingly.

This rain is your friend for those using Bio-N! It’ll help those natural nitrogen producers get to work. But still, keep an eye on your plants to make sure they’re getting everything they need (so plant tissue test) It’s not just about nitrogen. Ensure your plants have access to all the other vital nutrients, like potassium, which helps them stay strong. (so plant tissue test)

So, cheers for that lovely rain! It’s not just keeping our fields green; it’s giving our crops a fantastic natural boost. By monitoring our plants and being smart about their nutrition, we can help them make the most of this watery gift and hopefully look forward to a healthy and happy season. 

For more info on how Bio-N could help you, watch the video here…https://youtu.be/P3BdlrmJwCw