When is the best time to apply lime?

Nitrogen usage will increase soil acidity; for example each 1kg of N applied will require approximately 2Kg of lime, advises independent farm advisor Brian Reidy.

Quarry lime will typically have coarse, medium and fine particles, and these will break down at varied speeds before being available to adjust the soil pH to the required level.

Ideally, autumn is the best time to apply lime when weather and ground conditions allow. Lime can take four to six months to correct soil pH, so an autumn application can set up grassland for growth next spring. 

Quarry lime will typically have coarse, medium and fine particles, and these will break down at varied speeds before being available to adjust the soil pH to the required level.