Research, advisory and farmers at Uusimaa area are going for nutrient cycling on fields, clean waters and fertility of soils by improving the use of cover crops. Research know-how of Luke is connected to studies on farms. Incessant measuring of water quality gives information of decreasing nutrient load. Efficient information between participators is in an important role.
The project produces information about e.g. cover crop species and cultivars, and about how different soil cultivation intensities (ploughing, decreased and no tillage) are linked to using cover crops. Latest information about cover crops is going straight to practise by interactive way of acting. Information is also given in public events, newspapers and web site. Publishing is active during the project, also together with other projects.
Project duration
1.4.2016–31.12.2019
Partners
The Water Protection Association of the River Vantaa and Helsinki Region (VHVSY). ProAgria Rural Advisory Services. Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment, Uusimaa (UUDELY), The Central Union of Agricultural Producers and Forest Owners (MTK-Uusimaa and SLC Nyland). Farmers at Uusimaa area.