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Why deeper rooting grass varieties may be more productive

Over-reliance on fast-growing ryegrass varieties that head quickly and then deteriorate rapidly could be contributing to forage shortages on many farms.

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Good hygiene can cut lambing shed mortalities

Using a bedding sanitiser to help maintain rigorous hygiene standards could reduce mortalities in the lambing shed this spring.

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Be wary of paying twice over for SFI applications

Farmers joining Defra’s Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme are being advised to avoid unnecessary costs during the application process.

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Big interest in high protein combinable green pea variety

Rising demand for vegetable-based proteins and the benefits legumes bring to rotations is underpinning increased interest in combinable peas.

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New sprays protect crops without breaking the bank

Two new herbicides to combat broad-leaved weeds in arable crops have been launched by manufacturer Life Scientific.

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New test unlocks importance of carbon

A new test claims to identify, measure and compare soil organic carbon content – helping farmers improve soil health and carbon sequestration.

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Trials help farmers grow more from less

Growers are optimising crop performance thanks to trials which assessed the nitrogen use efficiency of new new cereal varieties.

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6 steps to spring barley success

Ron Granger of Limagrain outlines six ways to get the best from spring barley this season.

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‘Crucial role’ for independent advisers as farm support changes

Independent crop consultants are set to play an increasing role in maintaining farm productivity and profitability over the coming decade.

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Extra trace elements help calf and cow performance

Beef and dairy herds could benefit from supplementary trace elements before and after calving this spring.

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