Fertilisation Legislation is relevant for farmers, growers and advisers who need to demonstrate compliance with current fertilisation regulations. The analysis provides a report suitable for statutory purposes and submission to the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). Performed under the appropriate accreditation, it provides clarity and supports compliance within the legal framework.
 

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What is Fertiliser Legislation? 

Fertiliser Legislation is a basic soil analysis designed to provide insight into key soil characteristics required for compliance with statutory fertiliser regulations. The report may be used for regulatory purposes and can, where necessary, be supplemented with a separate liming analysis.

In addition, the results provided in the BemestingsWijzer report comply with the standards and requirements laid down by legislation.

Why fertiliser regulations matter 

To comply with statutory requirements, a soil analysis must be carried out at least once every four years. The resulting report must be available for submission to RVO, and Eurofins Agro holds the appropriate accreditation to provide this analysis. Without the necessary insight and documentation, there is a risk of non-compliance.

For ploughing up grassland on clay and peat soils, the application of nitrogen-containing fertilisers after cultivation is only permitted if a representative soil sample demonstrates that nitrogen levels are insufficient for the crop. Based on these results, a fertilisation recommendation is prepared and must be followed.

Statutory Application Standards

When applying manure to agricultural land, you must comply with the phosphate application standard. It is your responsibility to calculate your available application capacity and the actual amount of manure applied on your farm.

In certain situations, higher phosphate application rates may be permitted. The results provided in the BemestingsWijzer report comply with the statutory standards and requirements.

How do you use Fertilisation Legislation Analysis?

Using Fertilisation Legislation Analysis is straightforward and aligned with the statutory requirements for soil testing.

• A representative soil sample is collected from the field.

• The sample is analysed for key parameters such as nitrogen, phosphate, organic matter and other relevant soil characteristics.

• The results are compiled into an official report with clear interpretation and guidance.

• The report can be used to support compliance with fertilisation legislation and, where required, submitted to the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). 

Based on the results, you can align your fertilisation strategy with both regulatory requirements and the nutrient needs of your crop.
 

When is Fertiliser Legislation used?

Fertiliser Legislation is suitable for any situation where soil analysis is required or recommended:

• When ploughing up grassland and evidence is needed to demonstrate whether nitrogen fertilisation is permitted.

• Before the fertilisation season to support and justify your fertilisation plan.

• When calculating phosphate application allowances and reliable soil data is required.

• For crop optimisation, for example when yields are lower than expected or when you want to improve soil quality.