Wairarapa Case Study
This case study explores how a dry land sheep and beef farming operation in the Wairarapa region transformed pasture performance and overall farm productivity with the support of Profile Fertilisers’ customised nutrient strategies—proving that the right fertiliser programme can make all the difference in challenging conditions.
Cage Cut Trial Results
Fertiliser Application
| Date | Product Applied | Tonnes | Total Hectares | Kgs/ha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May-22 | T3 (67%) Elevate Plus S (33%) | 28 tonne | 140 | 200 |
| Mar-23 | Duo plus S | 12 tonne | 11 | 250 |
| Oct-23 | Duo + S + Cu | 24 tonne | 163 | 208 |
| May-24 | T3 (55%) Elevate (35%) Sulphur (10%) | 35 tonne | 143 | 245 |
Pasture Production and Average Pasture Growth
|
Average Daily Growth Rate (Kgs Dry Matter per ha /day) YEAR - 1 |
Average Daily Growth Rate (Kgs Dry Matter per ha /day) YEAR - 2 |
Average Daily Growth Rate (Kgs Dry Matter per ha /day) YEAR - 3 |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Area 1 | 12 | 30 | 42 |
| Area 2 | 13 | 23 | 43 |
| Area 3 | 18 | 30 | 51 |
| Increase in Daily Growth Rate each year | |||
| Area 1 | n/a | 18 | 12 |
| Area 2 | n/a | 10 | 20 |
| Area 3 | n/a | 12 | 21 |
|
Total Dry Matter Produced Per Year (Kgs per ha/year ) YEAR - 1 365 days |
Total Dry Matter Produced Per Year (Kgs per ha/year ) YEAR - 2 365 days |
Total Dry Matter Produced Per Year (Kgs per ha/year ) YEAR - 3 252 days |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Area 1 | 4,441 | 10,975 | 10,482 |
| Area 2 | 4,663 | 8,320 | 10,845 |
| Area 3 | 6,627 | 10,825 | 12,850 |
| Increase in Total Dry Matter Produced each year | |||
| Area 1 | n/a | 6,534 | (493*) |
| Area 2 | n/a | 3,657 | 2,525 |
| Area 3 | n/a | 4,198 | 2,025 |
Notes:
*In year 1 there was a drought in summer and autumn which impacted pasture production
Why Choose Profile Fertiliser
Smarter Fertilisers for Smarter Farming
Not Just Fertiliser. A Formula Built for Your Soil.
Better For
The Environment
pH Balanced
for Soil Health
Kinder on Animals,
Better for Soil
Cost Effective Lime Application
For Hill Country Farms
Combat Aluminium
Toxicity
Tailored Fertilisers
Without The Added Cost
Can Apply Once
a Year (Not Twice)
Includes Trace Elements
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