MJP Supplies, the UK distributor of the German-developed seaweed biostimulant Algifol, will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a special offer at this month’s British Potato event. Since taking on Algifol in 2005, the company has witnessed growing adoption among British potato growers, crediting the product’s efficacy for rising demand... Read more
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend British Potato 2025, which takes place on 19-20 November at the Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate. Organisers say the two-day “seed to shopping trolley” extravaganza will bring together growers, packers, processors, retailers and suppliers for a two-day trade exhibition and seminar programme. Held... Read more
Optimal drilling conditions this autumn don’t negate the need to ensure crops get everything they need when it comes to nutrition. As winter approaches, ensuring cereal crops are well-established is essential for a successful spring – and micro-nutrition plays a critical role in achieving this, say agronomists. With good soil... Read more
Growers are being urged to stay alert for signs of insect activity as mild conditions and a lingering green bridge between crops increase the threat from pests. Warm, dry weather through September and early October has prolonged aphid flights and encouraged multiple pest species to thrive in newly emerged... Read more
Potato event helps drive innovation
Arable 06/10/2025
Crop management during a challenging season topped the agenda for growers attending the recent Potatoes in Practice showcase in Scotland. Bringing together the latest research and demonstrations, the annual event at Balruddery Farm near Dundee, was hosted by the James Hutton Institute, Scotland’s Rural College SRUC and crop management... Read more
A Lincolnshire grower is using “liquid carbon” to improve soil health and improve crop nutrient uptake. Joe Vickers manages 1500ha across four units within a 32-mile radius near Spilsby on the Wash in Lincolnshire. Farming a wide range of soils from Grade 1 silt to heavy fen land and... Read more
Just-in-time approach urged for sugar beet
Arable 06/10/2025
Sugar beet growers are being encouraged to adopt a just-in-time approach to lifting the crop as mild autumn weather continues. Preserving sugar content during harvesting, cleaning and loading is a priority – especially while temperatures remain warm, says the latest bulletin from the British Beet Research Organisation. Crops should... Read more
Application of a simple liquid complexing agent could prove beneficial to soils this autumn – and boost crop establishment. “Soil health and fertility have taken a hammering in recent months across much of the country,” says Agrii national fertiliser manager Tom Land. This makes stronger root formation particularly important,... Read more
Across the UK, growers are increasingly worried about tougher-to-control broad-leaved weeds, with groundsel a stand-out example. The arrival of Fundatis, a herbicide approved for use this autumn and effective against a wide range of dicot weeds, including strong activity on groundsel, will therefore be welcomed by many. Increasing issue... Read more
Carrot growers root for farming future
Arable 01/09/2025
An elite group of six growers have dug into their own pockets to raise the profile of British carrots by launching a national celebration day. British Carrot Day 2025 will take place on Friday, 3 October. Six farm businesses have joined forces to fund the special day – including... Read more