A five-point checklist aims to help farmers reduce post-harvest losses and lock-in the benefits of maize this autumn.

A grain drying facility with a capacity of almost 16,000 tonnes is enabling cereal grower Alan Cottrell to contract store grain for Frontier Agriculture.

Farmers using their own tractors and trailers to transport harvested crops are reminded to check brakes and hitch mechanisms regularly.

A strong post-harvest strategy can make or break a successful season.
Unpredictable weather has increased the need to ventilate and cool of stored crops – but this is only half the battle. A suitable control system to drive temperatures down as fast as possible is equally as important.

Farmers are being advised to pay close attention to detail when harvesting maize and take steps to minimise waste and preserve minimum quality.

A new centre of excellence for food processing – adding value for farmers – is taking shape on a 40ha site near Norwich.

Farmers face costly delays in reruiting harvest workers this summer because the government is moving too slowly on seasonal labour rules, says a group of MPs.

Maize growers can look forward to better harvest performance by using under-sowing techniques to establish the crop, says Suffolk grass specialists Barenbrug.