Managing soils to optimise nutrients, soil micro-organisms and the crop itself is key to getting the most out of high yielding varieties, say experts.

Payments for simple measures which maintain and enhance soil health can now be claimed by farmers.

Almost £1m has been paid out under a scheme to reward farmers who reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon in their soil.

A soil strategy to help improve the resilience of arable farming systems has been launched by agronomy experts Agrii.

Poor soil health and structure can exacerbate the environmental impact of crop production – as well as impairing crop performance.

Scientists have developed an innovative way to control a range of damaging crop diseases using native, beneficial soil bacteria.

Farmers are in danger of allowing a leap into regenerative agriculture pull their business out of shape, growers have been warned.

Adopting a minimum tillage system and moving less soil can increase profitability despite crop establishment challenges, suggest interim trial results.