Control beetles to conserve rape pods
OILSEED rape could go through a relatively short, but very intense, flowering period after the recent cold snap checked crops, say experts.
Wild oats spread on back of mild winter
MORE wild oats in wheat and barley crops are being reported this season, prompting warnings that growers should be on their guard.
‘Dual-market’ spring barley available this spring
A HIGH-YIELDING dual-purpose spring malting barley variety is being launched for this spring.
Versatile wheat variety shows promise
A HIGH-yielding multi-purpose winter wheat variety is being launched for C1 seed production this autumn.
Alarm bells over poor black-grass control
Poor levels of black-grass control in some of this year’s cereal crops mean growers must make a determined effort to identify affected fields this summer.
Seed treated rape ‘set to deliver good yields’
Eastern region oilseed rape looks well set to deliver good yields despite coming through prolonged winter conditions.
Weed control challenge for potato growers
Rapidly emerging weeds from warmer soils will pose a challenge for potato growers forced to delay planting due to poor conditions.
Breakthrough fungicide arrives for barley growers
A BREAKTHROUGH fungicide has arrived in time for barley growers looking for better disease control this season.
Partnership aims to boost crop profitability
A new initiative aims to help farmers boost profitability from combinable crops.
New mix to tackle yellow rust threat
A new tank mix aims claims to be a cost-effective way to target this year’s heightened yellow rust threat.