‘Every single onion is a winner’
Arable 03/05/2022
Growing vegetables for human consumption can be a risky business. But William Woodhall is doing it successfully
Read moreCambridge scientists are growing a trial crop of GM barley to see if soil fungi can improve cereal production by using less fertiliser without reducing yields.
Read more£10m available for woodland creation
Arable 14/04/2022
Farmers have until 24 April to apply for funding from the latest tranche of money to support woodland creation and tackle climate.
Read moreHigh prices make investing in oilseed rape crops worthwhile this spring – but variable growth means management must be tailored to individual fields.
Read moreGrowers benefit from high-yielding pea
Arable 04/04/2022
A high-yielding green pea is delivering good marketability, downy mildew resistance and decent standing power.
Read moreA Shropshire grower says a whole farm approach to crop management is helping his business become more resilient.
Read moreGlyphosate supplier on track to recover
Arable 02/03/2022
Pesticide producer Bayer says it is working to ensure farmers continue to have access to glyphosate after a supplier ran into technical problems.
Read moreThe first recommended winter barley from a new plant development initiative signals a new level of agronomic strength and risk management for growers, says breeder KWS.
Read moreAct early to stop yellow rust and Septoria
Arable 01/03/2022
Early action will be key to preventing yellow rust and Septoria from gaining a foothold in crops this spring, say experts.
Read morePlant breeder KWS has seen added six new high yielding wheats to the AHDB Recommended List for 2022/23 – taking to 14 its total number of recommended wheats.
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