With harvest behind us and winter approaching, now is the time for arable growers to assess what is happening beneath the soil surface.
Soil condition
From compaction and drainage to rooting, earthworm activity and residue breakdown, the condition of soils can reveal important clues about how fields will perform next season.
LISTEN TO OCT ARABLE PODCAST:
In this episode of the Farmers Guardian Arable Podcast, head of arable Ash Ellwood speaks to Dr Paul O'Hora from SoilWorx about assessing soil health, understanding the legacy of harvest and identifying potential problems before spring. The discussion explores what growers should look for and when intervention may be necessary.
