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  1. Bayer CropScience

    Unmatched broad-spectrum disease control

    Iblon: a groundbreaking new active substance that delivers unrivalled broad-spectrum disease control. A limitation of most fungicides is that they tend to be limited in their spectrum of activity. Iblon overcomes this limitation to deliver unrivalled broad-spectrum control. This means growers...
  2. Agriland RSS

    Potassium affects both yield and quality of grain – PDA

    Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland According to the Potash Development Association (PDA), potassium affects both the yield and quality of grain, as well as the general health and vigour of the plant. Cereal crops need at least as much, if not more, potassium than any other nutrient...
  3. CPM RSS

    Iblon launch event: Intelligent design for new fungicide

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF While discovering new active ingredients still requires extensive screening, digital tools are set to speed up the process, removing the element of luck. The launch of Bayer’s new fungicide, Iblon, in London marked the first of these...
  4. CPM RSS

    Iblon to bring broad-spectrum disease control

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF A new broad spectrum fungicide is about to appear on the scene which should growers deal with a range of crop diseases that were prevalent in the last growing season due to the favourable weather conditions last Spring and Autumn. For...
  5. CPM RSS

    Regulatory approval for isoflucypram

    Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine New active substance, isoflucypram, has been given regulatory approval – the first fungicide to be approved by the Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) post-Brexit. The AI from Bayer was simultaneously approved alongside Vimoy – the first product to...
  6. R

    Looking back at my spray records, where did it all go wrong?

    Writing up my spray records from just applying some pre-ems, I looked back to mid 2000's. The amount of chemicals we use now compared to then and how we got by with simple fungicides makes it look like the industry has gone down the pan. A lot of actives have gone and those left we have been...
  7. CPM RSS

    Septoria remains an unwanted guest

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF With previous warnings of an impending ‘sea of septoria’, how are crops faring as the season continues? CPM joins the Bayer Crop Doctor team for an update on the sites and tips for next steps. By Janine Adamson For many, a lack of spray...
  8. CPM RSS

    T2 decisions loom

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF A wet early spring has favoured septoria and thrown fungicide strategies in the air. CPM investigates how four decision-makers from across the country are planning to manage the threat at T2. By Will Charlton Choosing a fungicide for T2...
  9. M

    Univoq problems spring 2023

    Haven’t heard of any yet. Anyone had any issues at T1?
  10. cquick

    T1.5

    So, if you had folpet in the shed, a nice evening tonight and at least a week of rain coming up in the forecast, would you paint it on leaf 2? Idea is to give a bit more flexibility for the T2 timing, or maybe even let me drop down from a Revystar to an Ascra type mix later on, if it comes dry...
  11. Fragonard

    Revy vs Univoq?

    Which one for T1?
  12. CPM RSS

    On-farm reality

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Ahead of a seventh season of Real Results, CPM looks back at how the circle of growers was formed and how the on-farm trials have provided insights to fungicide use, aiding decision-making in real-life scenarios. By Mike Abram Back in...
  13. CPM RSS

    Setting up for a sea of septoria?

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF After successive years where March has seen the ground begin to dry out after the winter downpours, 2023 appears to have bucked the trend. CPM met up with the Bayer Crop Doctor team to survey sites around the country and get a feel for the...
  14. CPM RSS

    Finesse through fine-tuning

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF A leaf sampling service is supporting Herefordshire farmer, Mark Wood, to live by his mantra of only treating a crop with what it needs. CPM unpicks the challenges this is helping to tackle. By Janine Adamson Sitting in the farm office...
  15. CPM RSS

    Natural potential

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Navigating disease control with an ever-declining chemical armoury is a challenge for many, so could leaning on historic natural options be beneficial in bolstering crop protection? CPM looks at the innovation behind two naturally-derived...
  16. CPM RSS

    Production matters

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF On highly fertile soils, a Yorkshire farmer is firmly committed to producing high yields ahead of chasing stewardship funds. CPM finds out how he’s achieving a balance between pushing productivity and environmental considerations. By...
  17. CPM RSS

    Grassweeds: Application matters

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF When grassweeds survive post-emergence herbicides, it’s often assumed that the spray hasn’t worked and resistance may be at play. But recent research shows that application matters just as much. CPM reports. By Lucy de la Pasture Two...
  18. CPM RSS

    Disease control: Back to basics

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF A relatively warm and dry February saw field work resume in earnest. With yellow rust already at uncomfortable levels in some regions and the T0 timing on the horizon, CPM gathers thoughts on disease control at a roundtable event hosted by...
  19. CPM RSS

    Swashbuckling buccaneer

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Looking to catch a favourable wind and sail the high arable seas is the new malting winter barley from Elsoms, Buccaneer. CPM hears about how this variety is setting a course to try and fly the flag for both the malting and feed markets...
  20. Agriland RSS

    Future-use options for fungicides on wheat and barley

    Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland The future use options for fungicides in cereal crops was discussed in detail at a workshop held in Co. Down earlier this week. The event was hosted by the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) Both the main speakers in attendance...
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