British Columbia BCBid #231614

RFP for Residual Soil Nitrate Trial and Extension Services in North Okanagan

This opportunity is a request for proposals from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food for a Residual Soil Nitrate Trial in the North Okanagan region. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Agriculture and Food (administered by VGN Resources Group Inc.) - Project Scope: - Establish two on-farm research and demonstration trials - Evaluate nitrate uptake potential of cover crops: barley, rye, triticale, and wheat - Assess yield, forage quality, and crop nitrogen uptake - Focus on reducing residual soil nitrate in corn silage fields to mitigate nitrogen losses and environmental impacts - Products/Services Requested: - Extension services for agricultural research and environmental management - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors named - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on environmental impact reduction and cost savings for farmers - Research must be conducted in the North Okanagan region - No specific products or part numbers required - Contract Duration: - Estimated 12 months, with possible extensions

Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for the Residual Soil Nitrate Trial administered by VGN Resources Group Inc. on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. The project aims to establish two on-farm research/demonstration trials in North Okanagan to determine nitrate uptake potential of cover crops such as barley, rye, triticale, and wheat, and to assess yield, forage quality, and crop nitrogen uptake. The trial focuses on reducing residual soil nitrate in corn silage fields to mitigate nitrogen losses and environmental impacts. The contract duration is estimated to be 12 months, including potential extensions.

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