Expired contract

RDE 373 - Farming at higher water tables on peat

Details

Supplier(s)
RSK ADAS Ltd
Value
GBP 34,448
Duration
4 months
Topic
Research and development consultancy services
Published
1 February 2024

Tender description

The purpose of this research is to identify acceptable levels of raised water tables in peat without compromising crop yield and livestock welfare. Research questions • In lowland peat used for arable agriculture and horticulture, what is the potential threshold for raising the water table without reducing crop yields for different crops? • In lowland peat used for pasture, what is the potential threshold for raising the water table without reducing livestock production and welfare? How does this differ by livestock type? • What mitigation measures exist or could be developed to allow raising the water table without negative impacts on yield and welfare? The contract was awarded by DEFRA.

Timeline

  1. Completed: Award published1 February 2024
    Current notice
  2. Completed: Award date5 February 2024
  3. Completed: Contract expiry date31 May 2024

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Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is a public sector buyer in United Kingdom publishing tenders and awards on Stotles. Explore their procurement activity and find more opportunities like this one.

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  • 73200000 · Research and development consultancy services

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