Fertilizer Application

Fertilizers  promotes correct use of all kind of fertilizers according to the principles of Good Agricultural Practices.

Fertilizers fully supports the principles of Integrated Farm Management as a system going beyond Good Agricultural Practices, producing quality affordable food under profitable conditions and with due regard to the environment. Integrated Farm Management is defined by a set of common principles and practices which efficiently contribute to achieve a Sustainable Agriculture.

Advice to farmers on the application and use of products should include:

• Type of fertilizer to be applied
• Amount of fertilizer to be applied
• Time and number of applications
• Physical quality of fertilizers
• Setting of spreading equipment
• Precision farming techniques
• Handling of off-spec products and waste
• How to handle emergencies.

Reference is made to Fertilizers Europe Nutrient Stewardship activities, including the following documents