Nutrients Significantly Improve Pasture Quality And Dietary Analysis
Information
This trial was carried out on an oats crop to gauge the effect on Microsoil liquid fertilisers on pastures over subsequent seasons. The initial application of Microsoil was applied in July 2010. A significant improvement in the pastures colour and density was noted over the coming seasons. To quantify what changes had occurred in Treated versus Control areas of the pasture, detailed plant tissue analysis and a full stock feed and dietary analysis was undertaken. Microsoil liquid fertilisers are pH balanced to maximise nutrient uptake by the leaf. Furthermore the protein and organic forms of nutrient contained within the products have proven in many trials to be less susceptible to leaching. This has again proven to be the case as highlighted in the attached results. There has been a dramatic improvement across all key nutrients in the plant tissue analysis. There are also significant improvements the the quality of feed grown in the Treated areas leading to better weight gain potential for livestock. Again note the improvements in key nutrients and in the protein levels of the Treated pasture. Trial conducted by: AT Rural Consultants.
Benefits
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Improved Pasture Nutrition & Protein Content
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Enhanced Nutrient Uptake & Soil Fertility
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Reduced Leaching & More Sustainable Fertilisation
Nutrients Enhance Pasture Growth
A pasture trial on oats, conducted by AT Rural Consultants, assessed the impact of Microsoil liquid fertilisers on pasture growth, nutrient density, and livestock feed quality over multiple seasons. The trial aimed to evaluate whether liquid fertilisers could improve soil and plant health while reducing nutrient losses through leaching.
The Microsoil treatment was applied in July 2010, and over subsequent seasons, significant improvements in pasture colour, density, and nutrient levels were observed. To quantify these changes, a detailed plant tissue and full stock feed dietary analysis was conducted, comparing Treated vs. Control pasture areas.
Key findings from the October 2012 analysis included:
- Nitrogen increased from 0.89% (Control) to 2.21% (Treated), improving overall protein content from 5.8% to 11.2%.
- Phosphorus increased from 0.16% to 0.25%, and Potassium rose from 1.4% to 2.4%, enhancing plant nutrient uptake.
- Sodium levels in the Treated pasture nearly tripled, improving mineral availability for livestock.
The improvements in pasture nutrition and digestibility resulted in better weight gain potential for livestock, reinforcing Microsoil’s ability to enhance feed quality while promoting sustainable nutrient retention. Since Microsoil’s liquid fertilisers are pH balanced, they maximise foliar uptake and reduce nutrient losses due to leaching, ensuring long-term soil health and more efficient fertiliser use.
For livestock producers seeking to improve pasture performance and feed quality, Switch Ag’s Microsoil liquid fertiliser offers a scientifically proven solution.
