Mark Tucker
Mark has extensive knowledge in forage production and quality, with a strong belief in the power of well-managed, home-grown forage. He works closely with farmers to develop bespoke plans tailored to each individual enterprise, always aiming to maximise the potential of their land and livestock.
Using a back-to-basics approach, Mark helps remove common pitfalls and improve grassland systems, focusing on practical changes that drive long-term benefits for farm productivity and sustainability.
Outside of work, Mark is a keen sports enthusiast. Most weekends, you’ll find him supporting or helping with local football clubs across Devon. When time allows, he enjoys a relaxed round of golf during the summer and at home, life is kept lively thanks to his wife and two children.
Articles by Mark Tucker
Nitrogen planning - we still have a lot to gain
Applied nitrogen from fertiliser, slurry, FYM, biological fixation and purchased feed often exceeds what is actually utilised by crops. That gap, known as nitrogen use efficiency (NUE), is the key to understanding both lost value and environmental impact.
Read More...Sunday 01 Jun 2025
The real story for livestock farmers
Focus: Improving Soil Management
For livestock farmers, soil management is often overlooked in favour of more immediate concerns like animal health and feed supply. There seems to be a misconception that the soil will grow crops regardless how its farmed.
Read More...Tuesday 01 Oct 2024
Autumn reseed: should we really mean August reseeds?
As summer comes (all three days of it) and goes the farming calendar turns to autumn, and thought turn to reseeding, be it after cereals, grass or maize crops. However, there is a growing consensus that August may be a more strategic time for this task (maybe not for maize but you get my drift).
Read More...Thursday 01 Aug 2024