Fertiliser Conference 2022

Join the Bartholomews team and our variety of speakers, as we explore the opportunities in the Crop Nutrition, Grain, and wider agricultural markets.

Fertiliser, Grain Marketing, AgronomyBartholomewsMay 26, 2022Events, Fertiliser, Fertiliser strategy

Fertiliser Update

Following the invasion of Ukraine, we urge proactive purchasing of fertiliser in 2022.

Fertiliser, Market UpdateBartholomewsFebruary 24, 2022Ukraine, Russia, fertiliser, Ammonium Nitrate, potash, Phosphorous, Natural gas

Frequently Asked Questions about Maize

We’ve taken our frequent questions on Maize, and put together this handy FAQ.

Agronomy, Seed, Crop Protection, FertiliserBartholomewsFebruary 2, 2022Maize

Nitrogen Fertiliser and Nitrogen use efficiency

The current pricing is at levels we have never seen before, but what does this all mean for the new growing season ahead?

Sowing and growing gamecover

Take a look at our tips and options for growing a successful gamecover crop!

Seed, Agronomy, FertiliserBartholomewsApril 27, 2021Gamecover, Soil conditions, Sowing, Fertiliser, Drilling, Weed control, Maize, Game, Sorghum

Why should you order crop nutrition requirements before the New Year?

The New Year may seem a while away, but for markets, it seems to be a point of confluence for volatile fertiliser pricing. We've put 5 top reasons why markets look set for an upward trajectory into 2021.

FertiliserBartholomewsOctober 7, 2020Brexit, Tarriffs, Nitrogen, Limus, Phosphate, Urease Inhibitor, Urea, Ammonium Nitrate, Natural gas

Thinking about Maize

Maize options may not be at the front of your mind right now, but we’ve put together some key factors and tips to make the most of your maize and silage for 2021.

Seed, Agronomy, Fertiliser, LivestockBartholomewsSeptember 23, 2020Maize, DM, Dry Matter, Pioneer, Silage

Fertiliser Markets - Q4 forecast

A full outlook on the fertiliser markets for the remainder of 2020.

Fertiliser, Market UpdateBartholomewsSeptember 9, 2020Nitrogen, Phosphate, polysulphate, Limus

The Ultimate Guide to Grassland

Our seed, crop protection and fertiliser teams come together to provide you the ultimate guide to grassland, whatever your goals may be.

Don’t be fooled by dry weather in Peas

With reliable break crop options becoming had to find, some growers are looking back at a once popular spring break crop, Peas. Modern plant breeding techniques have improved the yield

Spring Linseed - How do we maximize its potential as a Break crop.

With increasing weeds, pests and disease problems in the main stay of the arable rotation, growers are looking to extend their rotations

Early season fertiliser applications and Grassland fertiliser options

Andrew Stilwell guides us through the benefits of soil testing, and carefully applying crop nutrition for your crops specific needs. We also take a look at the release timeframe benefits of Polysulphate, assisting in producing a better crop, supplying nurtrients when theyre needed.

Fertiliser, Agronomy, TrialsBartholomewsMarch 11, 2020sulphur, polysulphate, Nitrogen, Cereals, Oilseed rape, OSR, Grassland, ICL, FACTS, Dry Matter, DM, Legumes

Market Update - February 2020

Global market updates for February 2020, including Grain Marketing, Fertiliser, and Feed.

Grain Marketing, Fertiliser, FeedBartholomewsFebruary 4, 2020coronavirus, Old crop, Currency

Nitrogen, Sulphur, and tissue testing

Andrew Stilwell from our agronomy team provides his knowledge on critical crop testing to benefit your crops this season.

Agronomy, Fertiliser, GuideBartholomewsJanuary 23, 2020Nitrogen, sulphur, Tissue testing, micronutrients

Market update - September

Global markets were shaken by the immediate aftermath of the Saudi oil plant attack. Our traders provide their thoughts on the markets this month.

Market Update, Fertiliser, FeedBartholomewsSeptember 17, 2019Natural gas, Protein, Rapemeal, Oil

Fertiliser market update - 19th August

An update on the fertiliser markets for the week commencing 19th August, 2019.

Fertiliser, Market UpdateBartholomewsAugust 19, 2019fertiliser, Limus

Market update - July

Brand new fertiliser products and feed market news in the July update.

Market Update, Fertiliser, FeedBartholomewsJuly 12, 2019Soya, Protein, Rapemeal, Fats, Mineral, Limus, Urea, sulphur, Urease Inhibitor

Boron Anxieties

Our experts demystify the anxieties of applying Boron to cereal crops.

Crop Protection, FertiliserBartholomewsApril 12, 2019Boron, Cereals, Crop Nutrition, Crop Protection

Market update - February

Our monthly update on the markets for February 2019 provides key insight into the driving factors on input prices on your farm, and other information you may need to make the best purchasing decision for your farm.