GREATsoils programme showcases peer-to-peer learning
AHDB Horticulture-funded knowledge exchange programme ‘GREATsoils’ has seen out a successful 2016, with trial demonstration…
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Spring seed choices for 2017
With spring fast approaching, what are the best options for spring sowing – will spring…
Cover crops: Pros, cons and agronomic considerations uncovered by review
Growers can access the scientific theory behind cover crops, thanks to the results of a…
Integration is vital to the future of UK crop production
The increased integration of research with practice is making a significant contribution to the future…
Wind turbines may have beneficial effects for crops, according to Iowa State University research
A multi-year study led by an Iowa State University scientist suggests the turbines commonly used…
MEPs call for tougher import checks to protect EU citrus trees
Draft EU measures to help prevent citrus fruit and tree pests being imported into the…
Survey aims to evaluate potato soil pest issues
A nationwide potato growers’ survey is set to evaluate the wider implications of all key…
Australian researchers find resistance to neonicotinoids in aphid
Resistance to neonicotinoid insecticides has for the first time been confirmed in Australian populations of…
Sprouts gain natural disease defence
Brussels sprouts will remain safely in our Christmas dinners, thanks to University of Warwick research…
Intercropping can support greener farming, Hutton ecologists say
Planting peas and other legumes alongside cereal crops could help make farming greener, ecologists at…