Sparkler winter wheat has won repeat orders from growers after topping yields on two farms despite prolonged drought and an unusually early harvest. The Group 4 soft wheat yielded up to 8.65t/ha during its first commercial season since joining the Recommended List in December 2025. Growers also reported good... Read more

Growers are being urged to examine how effectively crops use phosphorus before spending money on further applications, as new tools seek to improve returns from fertiliser inputs. A new Phosphate Stewardship Hub shifts the focus from how much nutrient is applied to how much crops can access. It uses... Read more

Recent rain has restarted autumn drilling and revived the prospect of serious slug damage in emerging crops after the dry summer, ADAMA UK has warned. Growers are being reminded to monitor fields, study forecasts and prepare calibrated spreaders. Slug pellets should be used only after surface activity is confirmed... Read more