Successful trials event showcases strong variety portfolio
A trials day in Suffolk, recently hosted by breeders Saaten Union and Elsoms Seeds, attracted…
Browsing: Crops
Colorado beetle larvae found in Kent
Growers, farmers, processors and the public are asked to remain vigilant after the Animal and…
Renewable energy use in Scotland increasing viability of vertical farming
Scotland’s increasing use of renewable energy could make vertical farming techniques more climate friendly than…
Bean market sees a boost from plant-based consumers
The market for beans is showing growth, likely driven by the rising interest in adopting…
Help needed to investigate brown rust
Growers and agronomists have been urged to send brown rust samples into the UK cereal…
Agrovista’s new winter wheat – Mindful
Agrovista seeds has produced a new hard Group 4-type wheat called Mindful, and will donate…
Autumn Cereal Options
David Bouch, national seeds manager at Hutchinsons, highlights his wheat and barley recommendations for autumn…
High bolting season gives Sesvanderhave valuable information
This year’s sugar beet crop could see some of highest levels of bolters for many…
Companion cropping to protect oilseed rape
The first few weeks of rape establishment are probably the most important stage of in…
How to protect yields in oilseed rape
There is enough risk associated with growing oilseed rape, so it is important to protect…