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‘More to hybrid rye than meets the eye’

Hybrid rye has significant agronomic advantages over other crops – with a potential UK market that could double in the coming years, say seed suppliers.

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Defra ruling fuels demand for ‘cleaner’ fertiliser

Farmers are being encouraged to take steps to reduce ammonia pollution from urea fertiliser after Defra clarified its position on the issue.

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Mounted GD Disc Drill makes Groundswell debut

Weaving Machinery is showcasing its new mounted GD Disc Drill at this year’s Groundswell event.

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Milk production holds up despite fewer producers

High cull cow prices are encouraging dairy farmers to reassess their future, with some taking the opportunity to leave the industry.

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45,000 visas for seasonal workers from overseas

The government has confirmed that 45,000 visas will be made available again to the horticulture sector next year – enabling growers to plan ahead for harvest and overcome a shortage of workers.

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Robust T2 can ease pressure on T3 top-up in Septoria season

Growers are being encouraged to plan their T3 sprays carefully with wheat under relatively high pressure from Septoria this spring.

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Tendring Show celebrates creativity in the countryside

Next month’s Tendring Show will celebrate creativity in the countryside after last year saw more than 20,000 people flock to the one-day event.

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Summer heat stress is big challenge for dairy cows

Heat stress is becoming a costly problem on UK dairy farms with some businesses losing up to £90,000 due to their cattle overheating, according to results from an ongoing study.

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Storage technology saves energy and reduces waste

Innovative post-harvest technology is helping farmers optimise crop storage, reduce energy consumption and ensure a higher-quality end product.

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Warning to avoid collisions during summer harvest

Farmers and harvest workers are being urged to take extra care on rural roads this summer – and help reduce the number of harvest accidents.

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