Farmers should aim to apply at least 75% of slurry in spring

Slurry has become a very valuable product which can enable a great saving in purchased fertiliser and if used correctly.

Teagasc researchers put a value of up to €30 per 1,000 gallons on undiluted slurry, or the equivalent to one 50kg bag of 6-5-38.

Approximately 85% of the value comes from the P and K, but if it is spread in spring, much of the nitrogen (worth €5 per 1,000 gallons) can be utilised.