Ross-shire WIA - Basics of Fertiliser & Soil Health

Join us on Thursday 25th September to learn the basics of fertiliser and soil health for Women in Agriculture.

For absolute beginners, or those wanting a refresher!

💡 What We'll Cover:

• 🧪 What are Nitrogen, Phosphate & Potash (NPK)?
• 🌿 Why and when do plants need them?
• 📏 What do N, P, K, S, Mg, and pH, and TSP, and organic, mean?
• 🌍 What nutrients are in your soil?
• 🧭 How does soil acidity affect plant growth?
• ⚖️ How can you adjust soil pH practically?
• 🧮 Fertiliser numbers explained – and how to calculate what you need
• 🔄 Switching easily between kg/ha, g/m², etc.
• 🌿 A comparison of Beth's hayfield and grazing

Courtesy of Beth Rose, at Birchwood croft, Flichity.

Booking is essential for catering purposes.