Agricultural lime is a naturally occurring mineral that is added to soil to reduce acidity and increase crop yield. As education in farming technology increases, Agricultural lime has become more commonly used throughout Kenya.
Agricultural lime is often referred to by its chemical name chemical name Calcium Carbonate or CaCO3. Damaged soil that would otherwise not be able to support plant life can be revived by application of lime. Seasonal and frequent application on farms helps soils with the uptake of the three major plant nutrients, Nitrogen, Phosphurs, and Potassium.
Agricultural lime for increased crop yields and profitability
By reducing the acidity in soil, crop yield can increase considerably. Soil with the correct PH reduces mineral element toxicities.
When the acidity levels of soil become too high, vegetation suffers. Acidic soils can occur due to acidic rain, or more commonly due to the use of certain fertilizers or pesticides, frequent crop cycles.
Thankfully it is not necessary in most cases to treat the soil with chemicals or to replace it altogether, as the simplest and most cost-effective way to restore a proper pH level is by applying the correct quantity of Agricultural Lime.
Agricultural lime for improved fertility and reduced soil acidity
If you have not applied Agricultural lime to your soil before, you may be surprised by the effective results and higher yield. There is a large network of Agronomists in Kenya that are well trained and able to provide more detailed information and guidance on the advantages of Agricultural lime. Local agronomists also have individual area-specific data and knowledge on the effectiveness of lime on soil.
Agricultural lime is essentially made from limestone has been finely ground, washed and screened for use as a soil treatment. The chemical makeup of enables calcium to be supplemented into the ground and for pH levels to be restored to neutral.
Better quality Agricultural lime is manufactured thinner making it easier for water to penetrate the acidic soil and improves a plant’s ability to absorb nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium.
Animal Feed Lime
A good source of calcium is needed by animals for optimal growth, development and productivity. Agricultural lime is a great source of calcium for bone and teeth formation in animals, without this supplement and imbalance can reduce bone development and milk production.
A high-quality Agricultural lime supplement is the most economical source of calcium for animals.
