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• Drain Jetting • Design of complete irrigation systems • Mini digger for fast response to burst mains


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• Land drainage • Pumps - diesel or electric


07876 298534 and 07787 552384 www.millingtonwater.co.uk Based at Catfield, near Stalham


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• New drain jetter • Design of complete irrigation systems • Thrust boring with our own certified staff • Reservoirs • Briggs Irrigation agents


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Conservation agriculture is a farming system that puts soil at the centre of the farm universe. It can help protect the soil from erosion and degradation, improve soil biodiversity and protect our most precious natural resources, water, and air.


Why should I consider conservation agriculture?


Agriculture in the UK is currently going through a pivotal time. With the uncertainty of ELM’s, governmental policy, the goal of net zero and other market pressures, farmers are being encouraged to adopt sustainable practices.


Such practices include: • Minimum or zero tillage • Cover cropping • Crop rotation • Reduced fertiliser and chemical use


Traditional tillage methods and chemical controls have been commonplace in the sector for decades so newer, more sustainable practices can often be met with scepticism.


Conservation agriculture provides a practical solution to current pressures and allows farmers to slowly change their approach to crop establishment.


The benefits of conservation agriculture? Reduction of input costs


The reduction of input costs is one of the main benefits of conservation agriculture. Such methods can lead to savings on labour, fuel, and maintenance.


Minimum or zero tillage means soils are cultivated as


little as possible which should help farmers to save time and reduce wear and tear on machinery. In addition, focusing on soil health and organic matter should also mean there is a reduced need for inputs as soils are richer in the vital nutrients needed for healthy crop development.


Improved soil quality


The methods of conservation agriculture are known to help build soil organic matter through the continuation of multiple layers of crop residues.


With increased organic matter, soil structure and microflora and fauna will improve, reducing the need for synthetic fertilisers. This is because the microbiome of the soil is healthier, favouring a symbiotic relationship between plants and microbes which allows better utilisation of nutrients.


Soil aggregation is also improved. This is where soil molecules clump together, resulting in better water holding capacity and leading to further nutrient retention.


On top of this, all of these impacts mean there‘s a reduced need for deep tillage so minimum tillage can be used practically and effectively.


Sumo and conservation agriculture


To support British farmers through conservation agriculture and the move from plough to minimum tillage, Sumo has developed a range of mounted tillage cultivators and drills that are ideal for small to medium sized farms.


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