RB209 Section 1 Principles of nutrient management and fertiliser use

Profitable farming requires continued development and use of a wide range of skills. Good nutrient management is an important aspect of this and can contribute to business efficiency and reduce environmental impacts.

The Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) aims to increase uptake and accuracy of crop nutrient management planning.

The guide explains the value of nutrients, soil and how good nutrient management can save money, as well as help protect the environment.

Section 1 provides guidance on good nutrient management, as well as the basic principles of crop nutrition, soils and fertiliser products and application.

Read this section with Section 2 and the section(s) most relevant to your farming enterprise.

• Order for postal delivery from our online catalogue
• A digital version will be available later in spring (PDF sections designed to meet the AHDB accessibility standards)
• Currently, PDF copies of the 2026 print publication can be requested from info@ahdb.org.uk
• The 2026 update applies to Sections 1 to 4

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