Restrict applications of nutrients to grassland when plant uptake is low

Reduced excess nitrogen accumulation in grassland soils

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Scientific literature:

• Cuttle, S. P. and Scholefield, D. (1995) Management options to limit nitrate leaching from grassland, Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, 20(3-4), 299-312

Best Practice Guidance:

• Defra (2009) Guidance for Farmers in Nitrate Vulnerable Zones. Leaflet 8 - Field application of organic manures. Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, PB12736h, April 2009.
• Defra (2009) Guidance for Farmers in Nitrate Vulnerable Zones. Leaflet 9 - Field application of manufactured nitrogen fertilisers. Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, PB12736i, April 2009.

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Assessment of reduction in environmental burdens through targeted measures compared with whole farm approaches in cropping and livestock systems
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