disease resistance

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF One name has dominated the oat market for a prolonged period, with none able to compare, but that might be about to change. Cromwell, Senova’s new oat variety, has appealing yields, good agronomics and the all-important, grain quality. CPM...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF The arrival of a new disease challenge in sugar beet has highlighted a gap in variety disease resistance information and has caused a rethink of fungicide strategies. CPM finds out more about the cercospora and how to control it. By Rob...

The cost of production per litre of milk or kg of liveweight gain is a major consideration for all livestock producers. One of the best ways to reduce costs is to produce more forage on the farm rather than buying feed in. Do not leave grass variety selection to the last minute and end up...

Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland National Sheep Association (NSA) chief executive, Phil Stocker, believes that exports will be a key driver for the UK’s sheep sector, as it looks to the future. “Global demand for sheepmeat continues to grow, particularly in regions such as Asia,” he...

Download PDF From grassweed suppression to improved NUE to early entry for oilseed rape to flexible end use, hybrid barley has cemented its value to growers over the past two decades. CPM discovers how the crop offers both resilience and yield stability. By Lucy de la Pasture By its very...

Anyone growing Grouse this year ? how's it looking ? given our long term lack of insecticide use this BYDV (and OBM I think ?). resistant trait makes a lot of sense to mitigate against damage in future years ? Is RAGT's Grouse the only variety with this trait or are there others ...

Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine The initiative behind a new Group 4 wheat is striving to help support two farming charities and raise awareness of the work they do. Mindful is a new variety from Agrovista Seeds, with 10% of profits being donated to the Farming Community Network and...

Alwin Schönberger June 2023 Science for Sustainable Agriculture “Even if it sounds like breaking a taboo, new gene editing techniques and organic are an excellent match.” People don't like pesticides. They are even less fond of genetic engineering. But they don't want to convert...

Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland It’s that time of year when cereal growers will start to consider what new seed varieties are available for the season ahead. In some parts of the country, the start of the winter barley harvest is just four weeks away. And as soon as this is...

High yielding Group 3 Soft ticks all the key boxes confirms Laura Beaty of MSP Bamford, an early maturing, high yielding Group 3 Soft wheat, is receiving strong seed trade support on the back of very promising results recorded in National List (NL) trials according to both Laura Beaty, Seed...

We have some very light land which usually burns up about this time of year due to lack of moisture. I understand that Hybrid Wheats are supposed to be better in more marginal conditions such as lighter soils or a drier season. Does anyone have experience with them and want to share their thoughts?

We currently run Mule and Mule cross Texel ewes. Lambing indoors. Producing replacement from the Mule flock all Lambs finished off grass. These Mules are now coming to the end of their productive life and I’m looking to replace them. I’ve read some positive things about the Highlander with a...

USDA-ARS researchers found that corn plants grown in a four-year rotation following field peas have an increased plant height of 78 inches (200 cm) at 105 days after planting compared to 59 inches (150 cm) for corn grown in a two-year rotation following soybeans, leading to increased yields in...

Senior Programme Leader Dr Tom Wood explains all about NIAB's Legume research, including what we are currently working on and why: Legumes have received renewed interest recently as important break-crops that can improve sustainability in agricultural rotations by decreasing the risk of pests...

Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine Incoming Group 3 wheat variety, Bamford, is showing early promise following AHDB National List trials, according to seed trade experts. The soft Group 3 wheat has attracted the attention of both Laura Beaty and Andrew Bourne, thanks to its potential...

Download PDF Achieving sustainability requires a multi-faceted approach from farm businesses. CPM explores how growers can build resilience into their rotations over the coming years. By Charlotte Cunningham Delivering longer terms sustainability objectives demands more forward planning than...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Keeping stems healthy is vital for a successful oilseed rape crop. CPM explores how growers can get the best from their crops this season and beyond. By Charlotte Cunningham Oilseed rape has been plagued with challenges over recent...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Plant breeders are working behind the scenes to identify novel disease resistance mechanisms for future oilseed rape varieties. CPM finds out why these developments are required. By Janine Adamson A plant breeder’s work is never done...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Murray, the latest oilseed rape variety from LSPB, has shown promise in the East and West and could potentially draw the eye of those beyond these regions. CPM learns more about what this new variety has to offer. By Melanie Jenkins...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Oilseed rape breeding has become integral to managing the risks associated with growing the crop and is helping farmers deal with the challenges they face. CPM explores how stacking multiple traits in single varieties has value on farm...