A Guide to Fertiliser Use on New Zealand Sheep and Beef Farms.

The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand have updated our Fertiliser Use on New Zealand Sheep and Beef Farms booklet.

The booklet provides clear and concise information on key aspects of soil fertility and nutrient management for productive drystock farming. 

It is part of a long-standing series of well-respected guides on fertiliser use, specific to New Zealand conditions. As with the dairy booklet from this series, the sheep and beef booklet has been revised to align with the 2023 Code of Practice for Fertiliser Nutrient Management and helps to support improved environmental outcomes. 

The booklet identifies recommended soil test ranges for different nutrients by soil type and provides science-based guidance on maintaining soil fertility. Environmental considerations remain an essential part of nutrient management.

The latest edition includes new information on soil characteristics affecting phosphorus loss from more susceptible production areas. New information is also provided on economically optimal soil phosphorus levels, recognising that for many sheep and beef farms this may be below that required for near maximum pasture production.

Supporting industry good practice, following the 4R’s with the Right Product, in the Right Place, at the Right Time and at the Right Rate, the 2024 revised version of Fertiliser Use on New Zealand Sheep and Beef Farms is now available here.

If you would like a hard copy of the booklet, email your name and physical address to info@fertiliser.org.nz