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Combatting Stressful Weather Conditions<\/strong><\/h1>\n

After the recent months of weather causing wet soil\/poor structure, crops attempting to establish or start spring growth will potentially exhibit high levels of <\/span>stress as they attempt to root in saturated lower horizons of the soil and with challenging structure issues. Combine this with potential future weather issues, such as further rain, or drought and crops will struggle to reach full yield potential. So what can you do to help boost your crop\u2019s health and get them off to the best start this spring?<\/p>\n

Before planting<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Now is the ideal time to conduct soil sampling<\/a>, a free service to OMEX customers. Understanding the conditions you’re about to plant in, is vital – especially post such drastic weather conditions. A routine soil sample analysis will look at phosphate, potash, magnesium and pH. It is also possible to include boron, sodium, sulphur, copper and zinc analysis. Assessing the soil structure is also key, dig holes to view the soil profile to gain an understanding of how the structure is holding.<\/p>\n

Once you have an understanding of what’s in your soil, you’ll be able to plan for what nutrients are needed for your crop. This can be delivered through a number of methods:<\/p>\n