Soil Sampling: Best Practices Nov 12, 2021 There are significant economic gains to be made by having soil at the correct level for pH, P and K, as you optimise the efficiency of all nutrients therefore maximising growth rates for whatever crop you wish to grow. Teagasc research shows that by simply... read more Nutrient Management – What is it and why should we do it? Sep 22, 2021 Sustainability, a topic widely spoken about in today’s farming community. With derogation guidelines and spreading constraints, nutrient management is a tool that can be easily utilised by all farmers to aid in maximising the output of their land in a sustainable way.... read more Fertiliser for second cut silage – what is required? Jun 18, 2021 In most cases around the country, first cut silage is now secured. The 2021 silage harvesting season was a shadow of 2020, due to poor growth conditions in April and May. In general silage harvesting ran 10 days later than usual, which helped to bulk up crops but... read more Why consistent yield and quality are essential for Co. Wexford racehorse trainer Apr 26, 2021 For Wexford racehorse trainer, Paul Nolan, using Target Fertilisers has increased his farm’s efficiency and yield, while also increasing the quality of his grassland. Paul accredits this to identifying an applicable fertiliser programme. “In my business, producing... read more How Sulphur is a critical nutrient for grass growth and health Mar 3, 2021 One of the essential elements in the process of protein formation in plants such as grass, and in improving the quality of both grazed grass and silage or hay is Sulphur (S). The availability of S to the crop depends on wet and dry deposition from the atmosphere and... read more Efficient use of Chemical Fertiliser Oct 18, 2021 Sustainability Sustainability is a word that has become commonly used and maybe even over-complicated in farming. But what does it mean? According to Teagasc sustainable farming is a farming approach that can be sustained for the foreseeable future. It is a way of... read more 7 steps to success when reseeding this autumn Jul 29, 2021 The window of opportunity for grassland reseeding was limited earlier this season due to unfavourable ground conditions and slow grass growth. The current grass growth conditions will lend themselves to an encouraging reseeding opportunity this autumn. While perennial... read more Fertiliser after first cut silage; what should I consider? Apr 27, 2021 Many farmers have closed off paddocks for first cut silage, as it will take 6 to 8 weeks for the grass to reach its optimum maturity. The target harvest date is usually May and will be very dependent on the closing date and the amount of fertiliser applied. If your... read more Fertiliser for Tillage Crops: Your Questions Answered Mar 29, 2021 Conditions for winter sowing were ideal in autumn 2020, and as a result, many tillage farmers across the country are in a far better position than at the same time last year. Overall, winter crops are looking good and, hopefully, weather conditions will continue to... read more « Older Entries Contact Us Target Fertilisers Head Office & Depot, Dranagh, Caim, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, Ireland Y21 Y165 Target Fertilisers Depot, Belview Port, Slieverue, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland X91 K443 P: +353 53 92 55389 F: +353 53 92 55758 E: info@targetfertilisers.com Links Home Fertilisers Grassland Tillage Specialist #ThatsMyTarget News Calibration Specs Careers Social Media © Target Fertilisers 2021 We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Cookie settings ACCEPT