Corteva Agriscience, a seed and crop science company, is advocating for UK potato growers to incorporate its biological fertiliser, BlueN, into their maincrop plantings as the season kicks off. The company highlights the benefits of using BlueN as a sustainable nitrogen source for potato crops, especially with the recent surge in maincrop potato planting due to warmer and drier conditions.
- BlueN Biostimulant Features:
- BlueN, a foliar-applied biostimulant, proved successful in the previous season by offering a supplementary nitrogen source for potatoes.
- This product efficiently captures nitrogen from the air and converts it into ammonium, enhancing nutrient efficiency.
- It provides approximately 30kg/ha of additional nitrogen in a season, offering flexibility for farmers to adjust their fertiliser strategies.
- Farmers can integrate BlueN into their existing programmes or use it to optimize nitrogen rates effectively.
- Benefits of BlueN:
- Reduces the need for energy-intensive fertiliser manufacturing processes.
- Minimizes the risk of nitrogen leaching, promoting nitrogen use efficiency.
- The bacteria in BlueN fix nitrogen from the air through enzymatic reactions, aligning with sustainability goals.
- Success Stories:
- Following field trials in the UK and Europe, potato growers observed positive results in their first year of using BlueN.
- Cornish potato grower Andrew Thomas achieved a notable 20% increase in yield after incorporating BlueN into his farming practices.
Corteva’s initiative underscores the potential of BlueN biostimulant to enhance crop productivity, reduce environmental impact, and support sustainable agricultural practices among UK potato growers.
