RB209
AHDB Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) offers best practice guidance on the application of mineral fertilisers, manures and slurries to crops and grassland. Making the most efficient use of fertilisers can reduce costs and will help to protect the environment.
Sections 1 – 3 of the seven available are relevant to grass and forage management. The other sections cover arable and horticultural crops.
BGS has representation on the RB209 Livestock Technical Working Group. The partnership coordinates the research and knowledge exchange it funds to generate independent, scientifically robust and practical data on crop nutrient management for the UK. All of the research used to update the Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) is published by AHDB.
https://ahdb.org.uk/nutrient-management-guide-rb209
Recommended Grass and Clover Lists
BGS is involved in the development, management and dissemination of the RGCL for England & Wales. The list provides information on grass and clover varieties that have been trialled in the UK. The testing of the grass and clover varieties in the list is supported by BSPB, AHDB and HCC.
The RGCL Handbook contains information on grass and clover varieties and on formulating mixes for cutting and grazing in both wet and dry areas.
The extended Merchants Guide has a greater focus on technical information and is designed for industry specialists to aid farmers in their variety selections for mixtures.
Copies of the list can be downloaded by clicking the link below.
Hard copies are available via our Publications page (click here).
The associated Excel spreadsheet can also be downloaded
Previous copies are available (click here)
RB209
AHDB Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) offers best practice guidance on the application of mineral fertilisers, manures and slurries to crops and grassland. Making the most efficient use of fertilisers can reduce costs and will help to protect the environment.
Sections 1 – 3 of the seven available are relevant to grass and forage management. The other sections cover arable and horticultural crops.
BGS has representation on the RB209 Livestock Technical Working Group. The partnership coordinates the research and knowledge exchange it funds to generate independent, scientifically robust and practical data on crop nutrient management for the UK. All of the research used to update the Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) is published by AHDB.
Visit the Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) website
Arranging free seminars at grassland events
BGS often arranges technical seminars at events such as Grassland & Muck and Grassland UK.
Links with local grassland societies and other discussion groups
BGS currently has 47 affiliated local groups. These are mainly grassland societies, but other discussion groups with similar objectives are welcome. Groups are supported with insurance and access to a regularly updated Speaker List. Copies of the Grass and Forage Manager magazine are included within their annual affiliation fee and groups can enter a member for the Grassland Farmer of the Year Competition.
Corporate Members
