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Precision Services
DGPS Mapping OverviewHow we are better than the competition.
Save on average £15/ha per year in fertiliser costs, optimise yield, reduce environmental impact.
Summary of Features & Benefits of Agrovista DGPS Mapping
Independent:
Unbiased and not tied to input purchases. Unlike merchants who offer precision sampling, we are not beholden to
selling fertiliser following sampling. We use a team of independent samplers to conduct the work.
Flexible:
Sample grid size infinitely variable. We can also tailor the analysis required to individual circumstances,
adding in different nutrients and texture where needed. We offer traditional grid sampling as well as zoned
sampling following field conductivity scans. Our results can be used with all the major variable rate application
systems if required.
Quality analysis:
ISO9001 (not merely GLP) registered laboratory.
PCN Sampling:
Unique, pro-active PCN sampling with 100g/200g, automatic zero count retest analysis available for greater
accuracy.
Potential savings on inputs:
Our experience to date shows average fertiliser savings of £15/Ha per year.
Rotational mapping:
A fertility map is often useable for a cropping rotation or more. Therefore mapping and sampling a field can
cost as little as £1.47/acre/year.
How we are better than the competition
In field sampling:
Agrovista ensure that you receive the most accurate and reliable information when using DGPS sampling and
mapping services.
All sampling, and Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) sampling, in particular, requires and receives a meticulous approach from our staff.
ISO Quality Assured Laboratory:
We have worked with our chosen laboratory for many years. They carry ISO9001 certification, which offers quality
standards over and above the usual Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards. We believe the ISO mark may be of
particular benefit to customers also adopting this standard.
Flexibility of Sample Grids and Numbers According to Soil Type and Field History:
Our samplers have been trained to interpret sampling points in a field and not rely merely on the
computer-generated gridding. The grid size is also infinitely variable (1/Ha, 1/2Ha, 1/Ac etc). This feature is
very useful when sampling for PCN. Money invested in accurate sampling can be targeted in certain parts of a field
away from or in known hot spots. Alternatively, we offer a zone-sampling service whereby the field is scanned for
conductivity, leading to zones which are then sampled, leading to a more targeted approach.
Capacity:
Because of our National coverage, we have the capacity to undertake large volumes of work without major delays.
Simple application maps:
A suggested application map is produced for the major elements, P, K, pH & Mg. These scaled maps allow in field
markers to be used and are in addition to the normal index maps.