Farmers get help to cut pollution
Series: DEFRA News Release ; (226/04) 16 June 2004 (2)Publication details: 2004Subject(s): Summary: DEFRA and the Environment Agency have launched computer software designed to help farmers cut pollution and boost profits by managing their fertiliser use. Launched at Cereals 2004, the PLANET Nutrient Management system is an electronic guide for farmers to make best use of fertilisers while protecting the environment. The system will also help farmers comply with nitrate vulnerable zones. PLANET software will be available free later in 2004: to register and for more information go to htp://www.planet4farmers.co.uk. http://www.defra.gov.uk/news/2004/040616b.htm| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| News article | London News article | WB4023-17 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 126491-1001 |
DEFRA and the Environment Agency have launched computer software designed to help farmers cut pollution and boost profits by managing their fertiliser use. Launched at Cereals 2004, the PLANET Nutrient Management system is an electronic guide for farmers to make best use of fertilisers while protecting the environment. The system will also help farmers comply with nitrate vulnerable zones. PLANET software will be available free later in 2004: to register and for more information go to htp://www.planet4farmers.co.uk. http://www.defra.gov.uk/news/2004/040616b.htm