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Which type of nitrogen fertilizer is suitable for grass, especially spring grazing, and for any crop?
Which type of nitrogen fertilizer is suitable for grass, especially spring grazing, and for any crop?
- Nitrate nitrogen
- Ureic nitrogen
- C.A.N. nitrogen (correct)
- Ammoniacal nitrogen
What is the formula for calculating slurry storage?
What is the formula for calculating slurry storage?
- Slurry = Number of animals / volume of excreta / weeks storage
- Slurry = Number of animals x volume of excreta + weeks storage
- Slurry = Number of animals x volume of excreta x weeks storage (correct)
- Slurry = Number of animals / volume of excreta x weeks storage
When is the best time to spread manure for maximum nitrogen availability?
When is the best time to spread manure for maximum nitrogen availability?
- Spring (correct)
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
Which nutrient is particularly important in young plant development, plant growth, cell division, root development, and gives higher yields and better quality?
Which nutrient is particularly important in young plant development, plant growth, cell division, root development, and gives higher yields and better quality?
What is the ideal soil pH level?
What is the ideal soil pH level?
Which nutrient improves water uptake, storage and transport of carbohydrates, strengthens cereal straw, reduces the risk of lodging, and improves eating quality of potatoes and vegetables?
Which nutrient improves water uptake, storage and transport of carbohydrates, strengthens cereal straw, reduces the risk of lodging, and improves eating quality of potatoes and vegetables?