Fertiliser and Pasture Information

Quality pasture is one of the most important components to successful farming. At Mainland Minerals, we focus on providing farmers with not only high volumes of dry matter but superior quality of feed too.

Pastures vary from place to place as they are affected by a variety of factors:

There are predominantly six factors which influence the nature and properties of pasture:

• Climate and weather
• Type of seed sown
• Specific farming activity and management of the pasture
• Stocking rates
• The soil condition
• Clover activity

Unfortunately we are unable to affect the climate and weather, however by creating the right environment, a farmer can ensure optimal conditions for the production of great pasture.

Indications of optimal conditions for your pasture include:

• Abundance of clovers
• Efficient decomposition of litter including animal manure and dead plant matter
• Low thatching
• Healthy and deep rooting of grass
• Thick and healthy grass sward
• Rapid pasture growth
• Good pasture colour

And last but one of the most important facts – good palatability of pasture for stock, ensuring even grazing and more efficient stock rotation.

Your quality of pasture is directly linked to the quality of your soil. By ensuring the application of fertilisers specific to your farming requirements, Mainland Minerals are able to dramatically improve the quantity and quality of your feed.