Flood defences must be maintained to protect farmland, warns NFU
Fears that low-lying farmland could be abandoned to the sea have heightened after warnings that climate change will require a new approach to coastal flood management.
Major milestone as Elsoms celebrates 175th anniversary
The latest developments in agricultural seed breeding will be showcased by Elsoms at this month’s Cereals event – due to take place on 12-13 June at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire.
Three Muskateers: Strength in numbers
Suffolk potato marketing cooperative Three Musketeers is creating new opportunities and new ways of thinking. Judith Tooth reports.
Trials highlight importance of consistent emergence
Sugar beet trials undertaken in Norfolk this spring have shown a clear advantage from the new Syngenta Vibrance SB seed treatment.
How to maintain a clean, pest-free grain store
Growers are reminded to take the right steps ahead of harvest to prevent pests from entering grain stores and silos – and ensure an infestation can be detected early should one occur.
‘Naked Farmer’ hosts mental health charity day
Norfolk poultry producer Patrick Joice has been inundated with support for a Naked Farmer Cricket Day in aid of the You Are Not Alone mental health project.
Seven new varieties added to 2020 recommended list
Seven new varieties from three breeders have been added to the Recommended List (RL) for 2020 – including the first ALS herbicide tolerant sugar beet variety.
Premier Seed Services: Grow your own
Suffolk-based mobile seed processor Premier Seed Services is ready for another busy summer helping the region’s farmers. Judith Tooth reports.
Lack of water ‘more challenging’ than last year
Low average rainfall is triggering farmers and growers to adopt water savvy techniques earlier in the year amid increasing concerns of another agricultural drought hit.
Silage and nutrition experts help producers reduce waste
Livestock producers are being encouraged to focus on silage clamp consolidation and sealing to preserve better quality forage and reduce feed waste.
Yield Enhancement Network launched for beans
The PGRO has launched a Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) for beans – providing growers with a benchmarking service to help achieve a perfect crop.
No-till Groundswell event expands again for 2019
Direct drilling techniques will be demonstrated by 12 machinery manufacturers at this month’s Groundswell event – the two-day show focused on no-till techniques and soil regeneration.
Risk management tool helps manage market volatility
A new risk management tool aims to help farmers manage market volatility by protecting them against price fluctuations.
Emergency authorisation granted for sugar beet aphicide
A 120-day emergency authorisation has been granted for the use of Biscaya (thiacloprid) to prevent virus yellows infection by controlling peach–potato aphids in sugar beet.
Cereal crops enter home straight ahead of harvest
A good soak of rain is needed to ensure crops reach their potential, says Richard Overthrow.
How to save fixed costs at harvest
Making savings by reducing fixed costs can feel like a daunting task for many growers, but it can be easier than you think to identify where costs should be trimmed.
We need to talk about drought
Farmers and irrigators must find more robust solutions to secure water for food production, writes Melvyn Kay.
Keep an eye on grain stores ahead of harvest
Monitoring grain stores after cleaning should be a priority ahead of harvest – with a special focus on preventing pest infestations, say experts.
£1.4m promotion to get lamb back on plates
A £1.4 million marketing campaign is to be launched as the industry seeks to get lamb back on British plates.
R H Maddever Farms: Farming without favouritism
Judith Tooth talks to Andrew Maddever about the challenges and rewards of contracting.
Mr Packham and the pigeons
Farmers cannot be expected to stand by while crops are destroyed, says Fen Tiger.
Better support needed to ease ‘huge pressure’ on farmers
Greater recognition and support is needed to help Britain’s farming families meet the challenges facing UK agriculture over the coming years, says a report.
Missing chilling
Milder winters are bringing new challenges for one of Norfolk’s blackcurrant growers. Judith Tooth reports.
Global prospects under scrutiny for cereal and oilseed markets
Final preparations are in full swing for next month’s Cereals event – due to take place on 12-13 June at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire.
Record-breaking success for Big Farmland Bird Count
An estimated 1400 people took part in this year’s Big Farmland Bird Count – recording 140 different bird species across 400,000ha.
Students tackle spring cropping Cereals Challenge
Five teams of students will find out who has won the 2019 Cereals Challenge to grow the best “virtual” crop of spring barley to manage problematic blackgrass.
Fly-tipping epidemic ‘just the tip of the iceberg’
More than 3,000 fly-tipping incidents on farmland were reported to England’s councils last year – but one expert says the pile of illegal rubbish is just the tip of the iceberg.
Septoria threat to winter wheat despite dry spring
Early sown winter wheats continue to be at risk of Septoria spreading up the plant – despite the dry spring which has dried up the disease.
Farming in a changing climate
Farm manager and Nuffield scholar Russell McKenzie talks catch crops, cover crops and capturing nutrients with Judith Tooth.
New pump makes anaerobic digester more sustainable
A farming family who installed a new anaerobic digestate pump say the decision is helping to make their renewable energy enterprise sustainable for the long term.
Busy month for combinable crop management
A cold spell in mid-April slowed winter wheat development but T1 fungicides were still due before the month end, says Richard Overthrow.
Pole positions across AHDB List for Limagrain seed varieties
Breeders and arable experts will answer questions about Limagrain’s wheat, oilseed rape and barley varieties – offering visitors a prize draw to win 20ha of seed.
Renewable energy moves beyond incentives as production rises
Profitable renewable energy is becoming more important for farm businesses as government incentives for the sector continue to decrease.
Early maize optimises milk and farm workload
A Norfolk farming family has embraced ultra-early maize varieties to produce high quality milk while enhancing business management.
New potato herbicide to help replace linuron
A new herbicide to tackle a range of weeds is available for use on potato crops this year.
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Trials highlight importance of consistent emergence
Sugar beet trials undertaken in Norfolk this spring have shown a clear advantage...
Emergency authorisation granted for sugar beet aphicide
A 120-day emergency authorisation has been granted for the use of Biscaya (thiacloprid)...
Seven new varieties added to 2020 recommended list
Seven new varieties from three breeders have been added to the Recommended List...
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Ziegler enters UK cultivation market
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We need to talk about drought
Farmers and irrigators must find more robust solutions to secure water for food production, writes Melvyn Kay. [Read more of this review] Read More →
‘Naked Farmer’ hosts mental health charity day
Norfolk poultry producer Patrick Joice has been inundated with support for a Naked Farmer Cricket Day in aid of the You Are Not Alone mental health project. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Flood defences must be maintained to protect farmland, warns NFU
Fears that low-lying farmland could be abandoned to the sea have heightened after warnings that climate change will require a new approach to coastal flood management. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Discounted tickets now on sale for Cereals 2019
Early-bird tickets are now available for Cereals 2019 – which is being managed for the first time by event organisers Compexium and the Prysm Group. [Read more of this review] Read More →
New pump makes anaerobic digester more sustainable
A farming family who installed a new anaerobic digestate pump say the decision is helping to make their renewable energy enterprise sustainable for the long term. [Read more of this review] Read More →
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