Improve the efficiency of your farm by optimising the nutrient availability of the soil. Use our range of granulated Calcium based fertiliser products including Calcium lime, Magnesium lime and Calcium Sulphate.
Depending on your soil’s requirements, we can advise you on the right type of fertiliser from our Calcifert range.
Whether you have questions about the practicalities of measuring calcium levels in the soil, calcium’s role in a zero-tillage system, or using calcium on your farm, LKAB Minerals understands how important Calcium’s key role is in getting the most from soil, crops, and livestock. Accordingly, we can advise you on the right type of soil conditioners and fertilisers from our Calcifert range.
There are many benefits to using granulated calcium products as a fertiliser. One benefit of using granulated products is no contractors are required. This is because all granulated products can be spread using a standard farm spreader. Secondly, the high reactivity of our fertiliser allows for a low rate of application that rapidly reacts with the soil producing the desired effect.
Depending on your soil’s requirements, we can advise you on the right type of fertiliser from our Calcifert range.
The benefits of using LKAB Minerals products on your farmland:
Calcifert Lime is one of the first lime products certified under the new AgLime Quality Standard (AQS).
Firstly, AQS is an industry-led initiative requiring all Agricultural Lime Association (ALA) members supplying Ag lime to undertake annual tests to verify their compliance with UK national or EU regulatory standards. The ALA created this standard so farmers can have confidence in the quality of the lime they are buying. This standard is the first assurance benchmark within the UK fertiliser sector for agricultural lime products. The standard includes tests measuring reactivity, neutralising value (NV), fineness, and calcium & magnesium content.
Secondly, the AQS provides farmers with the added reassurance for lime bought is independently verified fertiliser meeting a recognised standard. We firmly believe farmers need to have confidence in the specification of the inputs they are applying to their soil. This is to ensure they get the results they require and expect. Our customers know that by buying Calcifert Lime, they can be confident of getting a very high-quality, premium ground limestone that’s 100% reactive.
We understand not all soils are the same and there are particular crop-related nutrient requirements. Fortunately, we have many years of experience with a large variety of soil types and nutrient-related issues, and a range of soil conditioners and fertilisers for your requirements.
Case studies are available for some of the projects we have worked on that explain the specific challenge and the solution. LKAB Minerals work with a dedicated agronomist who can help you with any technical questions you may have. Please feel free to contact us for more information, additionally, you can visit our product page to find out more about the Calcifert range.
Frequently asked questions about fertilisers and soil conditioners
A soil conditioner restores the balance of the major cations, particularly calcium & magnesium. This correction of the chemical balance within the soil promotes a physically well-structured soil with good flocculation that encourages the correct aerobic biology in the soil.
Nitrogen-based fertilisers are applied in the spring and summer (Late Feb – August). The rate will depend on the crop being grown. Phosphate and Potash are used in autumn and spring, depending on the cropping requirements. Sulphur is best applied in the spring.
Soil pH optimisation/correction is achieved using either Calcium Carbonate or Magnesium Carbonate Limestone products. This should be accurately calculated so a soil is not over limed as a high pH can be as damaging as a low one.
Calcifert Sulphur has a neutralising value of zero, meaning it won’t affect the pH of your soil.
Animals can be put back to graze on treated land immediately. Calcifert Lime is not harmful to animals.
Calcifert products should be stored under cover in a dry place. For guidance on the secure storage of Calcifert granulated soil conditioners, please visit the data centre.
Yes, it will move the excess Mg from the soil, replacing it with Calcium and increasing flocculation, ultimately making the soil operate more aerobically.
All soils require Magnesium when balancing the soil’s nutrients. However, once a heavier clay soil has the correct level, it is less likely that it will need Mag Lime. Sandy soils do not hold on to nutrients as strongly and require regular amounts of all including Magnesium. These soils are therefore more likely to request this product.
