Extreme weather cuts potato plantings by 3%
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) estimates that the total area in Great Britain…
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Potato growers urged to remain vigilant in fight against blight
Potato growers are being urged to keep a close eye on crops for signs of…
Scotts topper gets 50% power boost
Scotts Precision Manufacturing Ltd has announced that the latest version of its popular Trinity 22B…
Irrigation a hot topic at SPot Scotland Open Day
After three weeks without rainfall, AHDB’s Strategic Potato (SPot) Farm Scotland Open Day took place…
Alternaria protection to save green leaf area
Wimbledon fortnight typically sees the start of Alternaria spray programmes, with growers and agronomists urged…
Strategic Farm water trials have ‘helped me sleep at night’
Trials on water use completed at Elveden Farms as part of AHDB’s Farm Excellence programme…
Long-term water plans needed as temperatures soar
AHDB is reminding farmers and growers to review their water usage and take steps to…
New AHDB Potatoes Store Managers’ Guide
The latest data on in-store airflow, tuber respiration and sprout suppression is included in the…
Hutton hits highlight blight risk building
Potato crops are under increasing blight pressure, with repeated hits of Hutton Criteria that indicate…
Outstanding candidates sought for industry awards
Nominations are now being sought for the British Potato Industry Award and the AHDB Above…