SoilEssentials Ltd

24/08/2026

"𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗞𝗔𝗶 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲."
Hear from farmer Calum Smith about the difference targeted spraying has made to their young grass sward – tackling docks, thistles and nettles while protecting the clover and improving silage quality.

And also...
Hear from contractor Richard Young, who invested in the technology to offer his customers a better service while creating a new opportunity for his contracting business.

Watch the video (from FAS TV) here: https://youtu.be/vZZ9t4YHQZU?si=J9Y4nYnLl-0Xg3wz

19/08/2026

Yes, it's that time of year already... registration is now OPEN for this year's AgriScot!

🚜 📢 REGISTRATION IS OPEN 🎉

AgriScot 2026 is officially on the countdown - and this year is a BIG one!

Join us on Wednesday 18 November at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of AgriScot the UK’s No.1 Farm Business Event 🌾

And there’s even more reason to pre-register… 👀

🥩 YOU COULD WIN 1 OF 2 WARRENDALE WAGYU MIXED BOXES, EACH WORTH OVER £110!

By pre-registering for AgriScot 2026, you are automatically entered into our special prize draw, kindly supported by registration sponsor Warrendale Wagyu.

Last year, more than 10,000 visitors joined us - and our 25th anniversary promises to be one to remember, so pre-register now: https://agriscot.co.uk/registration/

19/08/2026

It’s great to see our SKAi spot spraying technology making its mark in the Netherlands, with Ten Hove adding a new 15m SKAi system to its contracting business this year.

Ten Hove recently held an open day for customers, showcasing the latest equipment and technology they’re bringing into the business – with SKAi described as their most high-tech innovation for 2026.

Supplied through our Dutch SKAi dealer Van Iperen, the 15m system will bring AI-powered spot spraying technology to their customers, helping target w**ds more precisely and reduce unnecessary chemical use.

Take a look at the video from Ten Hove – and watch out for the SKAi system at around 9:15.

It is time for the 2026 update in which we follow contracting compa...

18/08/2026

FOR SALE – Ford Transit Custom 290 L2 DIESEL FWD – 2.2 TDCi 126ps H2 Van 2015

£2000 ono + VAT

Looking for a reliable van that’s ready to get on with the job? Our 2015 Ford Transit has been a dependable part of the SoilEssentials fleet and ready for its next owner.

This van was primarily used for transporting a quad bike, so it hasn’t spent its life hauling heavy loads.

• 156,263 miles
• MOT until 08/03/2027
• Part service history
• 3 keys
• Pre-wet belt model
• Age related marks and general wear
• Brake pipe leak noted – priced accordingly
• Sold as seen

Interested? Get in touch with SoilEssentials on 01356 650459 for more information or to arrange a viewing.

13/08/2026

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱?

Sarah and Alex, two of the newest members of our Agronomy Services team, recently visited one of the accredited, independent Scottish laboratories we use to analyse our soil samples, to find out exactly that.

We have built strong, longstanding relationships with the labs over many years, helping us maintain reliable, trusted processes and analysis for our customers.

For Sarah and Alex, the visit was also an important part of their training – giving them a better understanding of the preparation, processes and analysis involved, building their confidence in the services we offer and helping them provide the best possible support to our customers.

A little insight now can help with better decisions going forward. Get in touch to book your post-harvest sampling. Call our team on 01356 650459 (option 3).

12/08/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿, 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘆.

Farming doesn’t always wait for the right person to become available. Fieldwork needs to happen at the right time, often within a very tight window, and it needs to be done consistently.

That’s where autonomous technology can make a real difference.

AgBots aren’t about replacing the farmer. They’re about taking on repetitive, time-sensitive fieldwork and doing it consistently, efficiently and precisely – whether that’s during the day, overnight or when labour is simply difficult to find.

For growers, it can mean more than just getting the job done. It can mean greater control, less reliance on finding the right person at the right time, and the confidence that the work will be carried out as planned.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆. 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻.

More farmers are looking at what AgBot technology could bring to their business.
At SoilEssentials, we’re helping farmers explore autonomy with AgXeed AgBots available for demonstration, hire and purchase.

Could an AgBot work on your farm? Get in touch to find out! Call 01356 650459.

10/08/2026

We were delighted to welcome Gottfried Pessl, CEO & Founder of Pessl Instruments, and his son Stefan to our office today.

Gottfried and Jim have been friends for many years, so it was a great opportunity for them to catch up over a few hours before Gottfried and Stefan continued their journey from Austria to explore more of Scotland.

> Pessl Instruments has been serving growers, researchers and managers in 85 countries for more than 40 years. Founded in1984, Pessl Instruments became a leading manufacturer and developer in smart agriculture technology on all continents. A complete range of wireless, solar-powered monitoring systems under the METOS brand and app FieldClimate. https://metos.global/en/

04/08/2026

The full Agronomy Services team photo meant we could hardly fit everyone into the frame! 😁 After a bit of adjustment, though, you can still see all those happy faces!

Behind every accurate soil sample is a knowledgeable team.

This week, our soil sampling team came together for their annual training and Meet the Team session, sharing knowledge, refreshing best practice, and getting everything in place for the busy post-harvest time ahead. If you’re looking to understand nutrient levels, improve pH, plan variable rate applications, or be able to make more informed decisions, we’re ready to help.

Our soil sampling services are available across Scotland, so if you’re planning ahead after harvest, now is the ideal time to book.

📞 Get in touch, call 01356 650459 (option 3) to arrange your post-harvest soil sampling.

15/07/2026

Watch Crawford Farms put our SKAi spot sprayer through its paces as he targets docks and thistles in his fields, giving you the lowdown, sharing his thoughts and findings.

And now, with the new 9m SKAi model available, this precision technology is more accessible than ever for farm businesses looking to reduce chemical use and target w**ds more efficiently.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/bM3iTkzKGSw?si=aly-KgXu7HVm2x1B

13/07/2026

It's easy to assume you know what's going on in your fields, but soil can tell a very different story. If your pH is out, you're making it harder for crops to access the nutrients they need. Get the foundations right first—because when your pH is right, everything else has a better chance of succeeding.

Get in touch today to discuss the soil sampling options available and book your fields in. Call our Precision Agronomy team on 01356 650459 (option 3).

And not forgetting... soil sampling is one of the simplest—and most valuable—actions you can tick off your Whole Farm Plan ☺️🙌🏻