| Code of Good Practice for the Environment and Quality Food Production. |
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The steps which must be taken may be summarised as follows:- |
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Apply the correct amounts of fertiliser at the right times and at the right rates in suitable conditions. |
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Care must be taken at all stages in the collection, storage and application of animal manures. It must also be applied in the correct amounts at the right times and in the right places, and in suitable conditions. |
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Determine crop requirements by soil testing and cropping history. Correct Nutrient Management Planning means using organic manures efficiently and making up the balance with inorganic fertilisers to meet crop requirements. |
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Avoid leaving soil bare in winter wherever possible. |
Issued by the Fertilizer Association of Ireland,
C/O 151 Thomas Street, Dublin 8 |
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Acknowledgements |
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The Fertilizer Association of Ireland thanks the following for assistance in the preparation of the "Code of Good Practice". |
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Teagasc |
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Department of Agriculture and Food |
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Irish Farmers Association |
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Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association |
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Irish Fertilizer Manufacturers Association |
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