#soil-health

#soil-health

Barclays has launched a new market-leading lending facility designed to support UK farmers adopting regenerative and sustainable agricultural practices. The Farm Transition Finance (FTF) proposition offers eligible farmers a 0.3 per cent interest rate reduction on standard term loans, with flexible repayment structures designed to reflect the needs of individual businesses. The facility aims to make investment in nature-friendly changes more accessible by allowing farmers to use existing farm certifications, supply chain programmes and government grants as evidence of transition plans.

No matter the type of farm, there's an advantage to planting soil-feeding cover crops ahead of fall and winter. The assistance provided depends on the crops you plant. But there is definitely one out there to help you accomplish your desired soil conditions. Whether it's soil tilth, an increase in nitrogen, or phosphorus availability, a cover crop's purpose is to improve and enrich the foundation of your farm.

After scarifying, it's essential to clear debris to allow light and air to reach the soil for optimal lawn recovery.

The most effective way to remove mushrooms from your lawn is by manual removal using tools like a stiff brush or by hand with gloves.

Mushrooms contribute significantly to soil health by breaking down organic matter, improving soil structure, and supporting beneficial microbial communities.