Fertilizers promotes correct use of all kind of fertilizers according to the principles of Good Agricultural Practices.
Fertilizers fully supports the principles of Integrated Farm Management as a system going beyond Good Agricultural Practices, producing quality affordable food under profitable conditions and with due regard to the environment. Integrated Farm Management is defined by a set of common principles and practices which efficiently contribute to achieve a Sustainable Agriculture.
Advice to farmers on the application and use of products should include:
- Type of fertilizer to be applied
- Amount of fertilizer to be applied
- Time and number of applications
- Physical quality of fertilizers
- Setting of spreading equipment
- Precision farming techniques
- Handling of off-spec products and waste
- How to handle emergencies.
Reference is made to Fertilizers Europe Nutrient Stewardship activities, including the following documents