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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.
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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...
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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...
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Engaging in oilseed rape trials is giving Shropshire farmer, Rob Morgan, risk-free insight into how upcoming varieties could work on his farm. CPM finds out more.
By Janine Adamson
Taking a leap of faith away from a tried and tested...
I know that this is a bit political but what do we think?
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/prime-ministers-open-letter-to-british-farmers-15-may-2022/prime-ministers-open-letter-to-british-farmers
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At Agritechnica 2019, Sky revealed multiple revisions to its EasyDrill direct disc drills. CPM visits an Oxfordshire farm with experience of both pre- and post-upgrade models, to discover what influenced the decision to stay with the maker...
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Stress is arguably the single biggest risk factor for any barley crop. CPM attended a BASF roundtable to discover why preventing stress in the crop is important and how this can be done while facing numerous challenges.
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A new site in Nottinghamshire heralds some changes for this year’s Cereals Event, which is promising to be jam-packed with innovations and information. CPM breaks down what growers can expect to see and hear at the two-day show.
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A landrace wheat, never grown before in the UK, may provide the route to slug-resistant wheat. CPM visits a specialist farming company taking part in the quest and reports first-year results of the farmer-led trials.
“The trial has opened...
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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...
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How to improve an already good product is no simple task, but it’s one Adama is seeking to do with prothioconazole by investing in unique formulation technology. CPM finds out more.
By Mike Abram
Innovation in crop protection isn’t...
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/may/15/ministers-call-for-immigration-and-uk-food-prices-to-increase
Another well written piece by the Guardian and I note it's been pointed out we have the lowest food prices in Europe, not a word arguing against increases.
Not that there's a...
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Soil conditions are nothing new, but a new five-year trial highlights the benefits of improved soil health across the rotation.
CPM finds out more.
By Rob Jones
Soil health has risen to the top of the agenda in recent years, with many farmers reducing tillage to promote the...
I guess few will disagree with this?
Is British farming facing an existential crisis?
By Kevin White7 May 2023 The Grocer
The UK’s self-sufficiency is ‘slipping’, with many growers reporting receiving minuscule returns. Does Rishi Sunak’s emergency summit signal the start of meaningful action...
Advanced breeding to overcome pests, precision agriculture to fine control inputs and robotics to lower the cost of specialist equipment – all are enablers for introducing a wider range of crop species into the arable rotation.
Agri-TechE facilitated a discussion of promising niche crops...
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Arable farmers favour local trials over national demonstrations when making variety choice decisions, a survey suggests.
The online questionnaire, instigated by plant breeder Limagrain UK, indicates 86% of participants believe information from...
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