Phosphorus (P) is critical for healthy plants to grow in New Zealand’s naturally P deficient soil says Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). However, the shifting of P from farmland soils to local bodies of water has become a very serious environmental concern as too much P in waterways can cause the massive growth …
More than nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, there are 13 elements were needed for plant growth says Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). As an expert in all things soil, Gordon wants to showcase these unsung heroes, cobalt, selenium and iodine and how they are essential for animal health and nutrition. Known as an essential …
Knowing the nutrient profile of your soil can improve the yield of your crop, storage characteristics and plant vigour says Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). Ideal for vineyards, orchards and more, horticulture soil testing is done to get an accurate read on the soil quality and nutrient levels. “This supports monitoring fertiliser programmes …
Take the guesswork out of nutrient management by making soil testing your first step in your annual fertiliser applications says soils says Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). Soil testing gives you an accurate measurement of the nutrient status of soil for your farm. “From large scale operations to lifestyle blocks, having a clear …
Near-Infrared spectrophotometry is able to adequately measure the status of key nutrients within New Zealand soils says Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). There is no doubt about it, New Zealand’s rural and agricultural community relies on nutrient testing to determine whether soils are below, above or at maintenance for any given nutrient. Near-Infrared …
The importance of getting your soil tested before you add fertiliser was on show at Uptake’s Mid-Winter Christmas event with a talk from Hamilton-based leading Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). “I’ve got a saying – if you do not test, you cannot manage,” says Gordon. An expert in all things soil, Gordon advises that …
Hamilton-based expert Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram has just launched a new video based on his educational talks at the Fertco Workshop. This address was about the benefits, slow release fertilisers, fine particle fertiliser and the overuse of phosphate. Taking place at Rerewhakaaitu Domain near Rotorua, this seminar looked at the overuse of phosphate, what …
Soil testing is the plays a critical part in having a soil that has all the nutrients it needs says New Zealand’s leading expert in soil fertility, Hamilton-based Soil Scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). If you need more convincing, here are five reasons why you need to get your soil tested. Expert AdviceAs New Zealand’s …
Soil testing is an investment the future prosperity of your farm or rural business says New Zealand’s leading expert in soil fertility, soil scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD). “Put simply, soil testing help to identify production problems related to nutrient deficiencies or imbalances,” says Dr Gordon Rajendram. But how do you know which elements you …
Are you searching for independent advice to improve the quality, health and profitability of your farm? Then get New Zealand’s leading expert in soil fertility, soil scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram (PhD) on the case. “The value of getting independent advice for your farm cannot be overstated,” says Dr Gordon Rajendram. Dr Gordon Rajendram can offer …