Why has fertiliser prices gone up?

Fertiliser prices have seen exponential growth in 2022 due to supply chain disruptions and global carbon dioxide and nutrient shortages. All major crop production nutrients have become highly commoditised and have seen huge prince increases over the last two years. The fertiliser price inflation has been further exacerbated by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Can humans eat fodder beets?

Though fodder beets, or ‘mangelwurzel’, are most commonly used for feeding livestock, they are perfectly safe for human consumption, though they have fallen out of favour as a food source, and are usually only eaten by humans when other crops are in short supply.

Is fodder beet the same as sugar beet?

Fodder beets and sugar beets are different varieties of the same species, beta vulgaris. The main difference between the two varieties of beet is water content; sugar beets contain roughly 1/3 less water than fodder beets.

What is fodder beet used for?

The main use for fodder beet is as livestock feed, particularly for cattle, as it’s a highly digestible crop which is also incredibly high in sugar energy. This means that fodder beets are a good source of sugar energy for cattle.

Why is fodder beet good for cattle?

Fodder beet is a high sugar energy feed which is highly digestible for cattle, and the sugar energy it provides helps to support healthy rumen digestive functions and dry matter intake, providing more nutrients to rumen microbes.

What are the two types of fungicide?

Fungicides are generally split into two categories: biological and chemical-based fungicides. Both types serve the same function and control fungal diseases by inhibiting or killing the fungus causing a disease.

What is fungicide used for?

Fungicide is a type of pesticide which is used to kill or inhibit the growth of fungi and fungal spores. Fungicides are used to control fungi that cause damage to plants, such as blights or mildews.

What is the most commonly used fungicide?

One of the most commonly used fungicides is pentachlorophenol (PCP). The organochlorine chemical compound acts both as a preventive and curative fungicide, and first came into use in the 1930s.

Which fungicide is best?

For general use, the most widely used class of fungicides is triazole fungicides. Triazole fungicides inhibit the enzymes which aid production in fungi sterol, stopping the fungus from reproducing. That being said, the best fungicide for your needs will depend on the problem you’re trying to solve.

Is the price of wheat going up?

Wheat prices have spiked significantly so far in 2022, up 60% from the beginning of the year. The price hike has been exacerbated by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, who account for roughly 1/3 of the world’s wheat exports together.

Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, or HVO, is a paraffinic liquid fuel which comes from a variety of vegetable oils, such as palm, rapeseed, sunflower or soybean oils. It can be used in conventional diesel engines, either in its pure form or blended with petrodiesel or fossil diesel.

Is HVO cheaper than diesel?

The unit cost of HVO diesel is generally higher than regular diesel, costing roughly 10-15% more per unit.

Why is HVO more expensive?

Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel is typically more expensive than petrodiesel or fossil diesel alternatives due to scarce availability and limited distribution. Compared to the rest of Europe, the UK’s HVO manufacturing capacity is incredibly limited.

Can all diesel engines run on HVO?

Yes. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel is what’s known as a ‘drop-in’ alternative to regular fossil diesel, which means that almost any vehicle or engine that runs on diesel can run on HVO. HVO can also be mixed with petrodiesel or fossil diesel in any ratio.

What is the wheat price in the UK?

As of July 2022, wheat in the UK will be selling for £288.00 per tonne.

Is rape seed oil a thing?

Rapeseed oil, also known as canola oil, is widely used all over the world. It is a very affordable and versatile cooking oil. While it is a pure oil, meaning it contains no protein in carbohydrates, is naturally low in saturated fat, making it a relatively healthy oil to consume.

What products are made from oil seed rape?

Rapeseed, or Oilseed Rape, can be used to make a variety of different products, including vegetable oils for cooking and consumption, livestock and animal feed, and a type of biodiesel commonly known as HVO.

Why is oil seed called rape?

The name ‘rapeseed’ derives from the Latin word for turnip, which is rapa or rapum.

What is the difference between pastoral and arable farming?

Arable farming refers to the growing of crops, which are harvested from the ground to be sold. Pastoral farming refers to the rearing of animals, either for meat, or for animal by-products (dairy, eggs and wool).

Is the UK getting rid of red diesel?

As of April 2022, businesses in the construction industry are no longer able to use red diesel, with the UK government banning the use of red diesel for non-road mobile machinery such as cranes or bulldozers. Vehicles and machinery used in agriculture, horticulture, fish farming and forestry are still permitted to use red diesel.

Can farmers still use red diesel?

Red diesel can still be used to power agricultural vehicles and machinery, as well as passenger, freight or maintenance vehicles designed to travel on rail tracks. Red diesel can also be used to heat and power non-commercial buildings and premises, as well as the machinery used in travelling fairs and circuses. Red diesel may be used to fuel marine craft operating in the UK with the exception of private pleasure craft in Northern Ireland.

Why is the UK government banning red diesel?

The UK government has limited the legal use of red diesel to help meet climate change and air quality policy objectives. Since the use of red diesel as fuel produces roughly 14 million tonnes of carbon dioxide every year, ministers hope the new rules will encourage consumers to invest in cleaner alternatives such as HVO.

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Q: Can humans eat fodder beets?

Though fodder beets, or &lsquo;mangelwurzel&rsquo;, are most commonly used for feeding livestock, they are perfectly safe for human consumption, though they have fallen out of favour as a food source, and are usually only eaten by humans when other crops are in short supply.

Can farmers still buy diesel after April 2022?

You can still buy and use red diesel after April 2022, as long as it is not used to fuel non-road mobile machinery on construction sites. Vehicles and machinery used in agriculture, horticulture, fish farming and forestry can still use red diesel, so if you are a farmer, you can still purchase red diesel to fuel your agricultural machinery.

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