Slurry Additives Trial Report

Slurry additives are sold with a range of product claims. These include enhanced nutrient availability, improved slurry consistency with less crust development and reduced odours. As part of a muck management strategy, additives could improve profitability. A Kingshay trial was conducted during the winter of 2010/2011 assessing 5 slurry additives to determine their potential benefits and found the increased value of available Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorous (P) to be worth up to £11/cow for a 7 month winter.

Issued February 2012.

This Trial Report is only available to members

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