Inconsistent yellow rust field reports blur trial observations
The unusual yellow rust observations noted at various Recommended List (RL) trial sites are not…
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Assess soil conditions ahead of potato planting
With March rainfall figures once again below average, potato growers are being urged to assess…
Disease risk to stressed winter barley
The prolonged dry conditions could complicate winter barley disease control decisions. Overall disease pressure may…
AHDB warns of possible new yellow rust strain
The AHDB is warning that yellow rust ratings may not be reliable this season, and…
Dry spell another consideration for maize weed control this season
With the dry weather forecast to last well into April, it is one more complication…
Act now as net blotch pressure builds in spring barley
Spring barley growers may need to apply an early fungicide spray to counter increased net…
Willowherb warning this spring
Growers have been urged to watch out for willowherb and take steps to tackle the…
Yellow rust risk to backward wheat
Be alert to yellow rust risks in backward and later-drilled winter wheat crops this spring,…
New molecular discovery could boost wheat disease immunity
A new study published by a team of international scientists across five continents led by…
Gout Fly threat to tillers
Growers are being advised to do all they can to promote tillering following a severe…