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Welcome to our second podcast episode of 2026. Today, we’re diving into grazing management with Yara’s Grassland Agronomist, Philip Cosgrave. Philip breaks down the recent variations in grass growth across farms and offers strategic advice for dairy farmers looking to balance cost control with productivity. We also cover specific application strategies using YaraBela NutriBooster and YaraMila ExtraGrass, alongside expert tips on optimizing your nitrogen timing for the season ahead.

Welcome to the first grow the future podcast series of 2026, where we introduce our new exciting platform YaraPlus which is available from the 12th January. Commercial Solutions Manager Darren Glegg gives a full overview of the platform including the features, tools and services available and the reasoning into why Yara has invested in the platform. Darren also gives examples on the additional benefits of YaraPlus for Farmers and Agronomists, the accessibility of VRA Maps and what sets YaraPlus apart from other digital platforms within the market. For more information on YaraPlus, visit our websites today.  UK- https://uk.yaraplus.com Ire- https://ie.yaraplus.com

Join us for our final episode of 2025 as we welcome back Yara's Grassland Specialist, Philip Cosgrave. Philip provides a comprehensive grassland overview, analyzing the major impact of weather across the UK and Ireland this year. The discussion covers the increase in fertiliser use observed in high-yielding areas, the importance of robust nutrient management plans, and the fundamental role of soil analysis. We also get an exclusive update on the three-year trial data concerning the application of foliar nitrogen and where farmers can find this information on the Yara website. Philip concludes with his expert recommendations for optimising the new season. 

In this episode of the Grow the Future podcast, we’re shining a spotlight on the Irish market and Yara’s exciting new 20’s fertiliser! Join Area Manager Jan Jesema as he reveals why this innovative, sulphur-rich compound fertiliser is making waves. Discover how it’s transforming grassland and grazing systems across Northern Ireland, the key differences in analysis levels, and why getting your spreader settings right is essential. Plus, Jan shares practical advice on planning phosphate applications—helping you stay ahead and maximise your farm’s potential.

Join us in this new episode of the grow the future podcast as we delve into the future of crop nutrition with Area Manager James Willis and Crop Nutrition Farm Account Manager Roger Bacon. We explore the benefits of adopting a hybrid strategy, blending liquid and solid applications. James kicks off the discussion with a fascinating history of fertilisers, leading into Roger's insights on liquid fertilisers. They explain how unpredictable weather and demand for precise field application are making the hybrid method essential. Tune in for their expert advice on planning a successful transition to this method for the upcoming spring season.

The next installment of Grow the Future will feature Sourcing Manager Helen Manship, who will provide insight into the logistics of fertiliser distribution. The discussion will begin by outlining Helen's core responsibilities at Yara, which encompass the transport management of solid and liquid fertilisers alongside environmental and animal nutrition offerings. Key areas of focus will include the significance of sustainability in light of new government regulations, contemporary operational hurdles like the deficit of HGV drivers, seasonal preparation strategies, and the benefits of early ordering for farmers to support next year's initial application. The conversation will also highlight the importance of intra-company collaboration at Yara. 

Welcome back to Grow the Future. This week for our 20th episode, we're joined by Partnership & Value Chain Manager Mark Tucker to talk all things Crop Nutrition Planning. Our conversation kicks off with a look back at the 2025 Harvest and a candid assessment of current drilling conditions. Mark then guides us through the vital role of foliar applications and crop analysis, providing his top recommendations for YaraVita products to use this season. Tune in to learn how to expertly prioritize your low-biomass crops for maximum yield recovery.

Join us for the nineteenth episode of the Grow the Future podcast, where we delve into the topic of Yara's Lower Carbon Fertilisers with Conor Quinlun, Area Manager. This comprehensive discussion will summarize the contrast between green and blue ammonia, detail the response from food manufacturers and retailers, and examine how agriculture is utilizing new technologies to reduce its carbon footprint and capitalize on future industry potential.

In the eighteenth episode of the Grow the Future podcast, we'll be discussing Autumn Foliar Nutrition with Natalie Wood, the YaraVita and Biologicals Manager. The conversation will begin with a summary of the current season and a review of plans with farmers, particularly those related to Oilseed Rape. We will then explore key recommendations, including the importance of soil analysis, and discuss specific product recommendations such as YaraVita MagPhos K, CropBoost, and Brassitrel Pro. The episode will conclude with essential advice on how investing in autumn nutrition can significantly impact overall crop yield.

The seventeenth episode of 2025 features a conversation between host Ken Rundle and Crop Nutrition Agronomist Philip Cosgrave. Their discussion centers on late-season grazing, kicking off with an overview of grass growth across the UK and Ireland and why farmers need to plan their forage budget for the winter. Philip also shares his expertise regarding nitrogen applications including specific deadlines, offers a look at the latest on clover, and explores the potential of maize crops. 

In this sixteenth episode of 2025, we welcome new contributor Joe Kidd who is the YaraVita Project Manager to discuss the new production plant. Joe's here to give us the inside scoop on the new YaraVita Production Plant, set to open next year. The conversation starts with why the company decided to move from its longtime Pocklington site to the new location in Howden. Joe also dives into the current project timelines, the challenges they're facing, and how they're navigating it all.  Joe will also take us on a journey through his career at Yara, from his start as an apprentice all the way to helping design this brand new plant. Finally, we'll get a glimpse into the future, with a look at what's in store for both the old Pocklington site and the new Howden facility as we head into 2026.

In this fifteenth episode of 2025, we welcome Mark Tucker, Partnership and Value Chain Manager, to discuss the critical importance of soil testing. The conversation will cover the initial steps for farmers in assessing their fields through soil sampling, an analysis of current phosphorus and potassium levels nationwide, and a look at the evolution of modern farming systems. Mark will also detail the comprehensive analytical services provided by Yara, including supplementary services such as leaf analysis and an overview for farmers to prioritize soil sampling.

In the fourteenth episode of 2025, Ken Rundle chats with Yara UK's Value Chain Partnership Account Manager Gareth Flockhart about sustainability in farming, driven by strategic partnerships. They dive into current projects focused on cutting food chain emissions, share the latest results from year one's data on the reduction of Carbon Footprint for Pepisco in the UK, and discuss what's next for farmers, including useful tools for data collection like soil sampling. Plus, current updates on blue nitrogen and why adapting to change will be crucial for the future.

In the thirteenth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Yara’s Area Manager based in Ireland John Hegarty regarding the foliar fertiliser product Croplift Pro. The discussion starts with an overview of foliar fertilisers, the nutrients within the product, recommended crops including the use on grassland and Yara’s future investments regarding the new global production plant for specialty crop nutrition products and biostimulants.

In the twelfth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Yara’s Grassland Specialist Philip Cosgrave regarding the current mid-season. The conversation starts with Philip giving an overview of grass growth and quality, advice on nutrition for grass over the next few months including Yara product recommendations, farmers reviewing current nutrient plans, the growth of clover compared to last year and recommendations for farmers regarding silage and paddocks.