7953: Three organic systems on medium silt soil; stockless system with benefit of pig manure; with associated outdoor pigs
{PROJECT} Three organic systems on medium silt soil; stockless system with benefit of pig manure; with associated outdoor pigs. Runs 01 April 1991 - 31 March 1995. Project leader(s): Cormack, Bill, ADAS Consulting Ltd.
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Summary
Conversion of farming systems from conventional to sustainable organic production (according to UKROFS standards) initially involves a 2 year fertility building phase. This study will aim to investigate the costs and potential problems associated with conversion of conventionally farmed land to production under organic standards. The study will involve measurement of physical and financial inputs and outputs during the conversion of an experimental farming system to organic production. 16 hectares of fertile soil will be converted to 3 organic management systems (stockless, pig manure, stocked with outdoor pigs) producing organic potatoes and cereals for sale, cereals and pulses for home consumption and clover/leys for mulching or stocking with pigs. Information will be gained and collated on the performance of the crops, crop diseases and pests and, where appropriate, the behaviour and welfare of livestock.
| Keywords: | conversion, farm systems, financial performance, economics, crops, arable, forage, pigs, welfare, agronomy, economics |
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| Subject Areas: | Crop husbandry > Crop health, quality, protection Farming Systems > Farm nutrient management Animal husbandry > Production systems > Pigs Animal husbandry > Health and welfare Farming Systems > Farm economics |
| Research affiliation: | UK > ADAS |
| Project ID: | OF0102 |
| Start Date: | 01 April 1991 |
| End Date: | 31 March 1995 |
| Research Programmes and Funders: | UK > Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) |
| Total budget (Euro): | 984000 |
| Orgprints ID Number: | 7953 |
| Contact: | Defra, R&D Organic Programme |
| Deposited On: | 13 December 2006 |
| EPrint Type: | Project description |
| Related Links: | http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/chemicals/pesticides/pesticidestax/12.htm |
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