Maize Handbook 2019

It is essential to take crop nutrition seriously when it comes to forage maize in order to optimise the yield. To do this it is important to know your soils. • Based on soil analysis, we are able to offer nutrient advice and produce a nutrient plan. • Bartholomew’s are able to supply a full range of fertiliser products, from straights to blends, mixed to your requirements. We have formulated products specifically for maize and offer a comprehensive range. Starter Fertiliser To be applied, where possible, down the spout and placed near the seed in order to get the maize off to the best start. • Bartholomew’s maize START UP (14N 35P +5MgO + 10SO 3 ) • DAP (18 N 46P) • TSP (46P) Main Fertiliser To be applied in the seedbed and worked in just prior to drilling. Alternatively it can be applied after drilling depending on practicalities and preference. • Bartholomew’s Maize FIX-ONE (10N 3P 28K + 5MgO + 8SO 3 ) • Bartholomew’s Maize FIX- TWO (14N 0P 24K + 3MgO +11SO₃) • Bartholomew’s Maize FIX – THREE (5N 12P 34K + 4MgO + 8SO₃)

Final Fertiliser To be applied, if needed, as atop dressing after weed control (no later than 3 leaf stage) • Nitram (34.5N) • 27N – 9SO₃ Please remember to observe all the relevant Cross Compliance guidelines that are now applicable. There are a number of different things to consider when planning nutrient applications to Maize. On the next page there is a step by step guide which can be followed to achieve accurate understanding of what your crop needs and how to achieve its requirements. Remember: This is only a guide and requirements and nutrient values may differ depending on specific situations. *NPK requirements derived from RB209. MgO & SO₃ requirements adapted from industry recommendations in RB209 (Fertiliser Manual) & PDA booklet (Potash Development Association).

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