MEPs call for fast-track approval of low-risk pesticides
Low-risk biological pesticides, including those made from bio-organisms, pheromones or essential oils, could replace conventional…
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Australian winter crop production continues to climb
Australia’s winter crop harvest is almost complete and generally favourable seasonal conditions have pushed production…
Faster and better breeding of sustainable and healthy quinoa
An international team of scientists, including quinoa breeding experts from Wageningen University & Research, published…
New technical manager for Certis
Adrian Sisson has joined Certis UK as their new technical manager. Following a successful career…
NFU submits neonicotinoid application
The NFU has today announced that it has applied for emergency use of neonicotinoid seed…
BCPC marks 50 years supporting crop production
The British Crop Production Council (BCPC) celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Established in 1967,…
New Head of Bayer’s Crop Science division starts in the UK
Michael Muncey has taken over as head of Bayer’s Crop Science division in the UK…
Spread of damaging wheat rust continues: new races found in Europe, Africa, Central Asia
Wheat rust, a family of fungal diseases that can cause crop losses of up to…
BASF enters Indian crop protection market for rice
Rice farmers in India will be able to boost productivity and income with the help…
Cereal prices continue to rise, defying improved supplies
The FAO Food Price Index rose notably in January, led by sugar and cereals, even…