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Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF A tricky start to planting plus the potential of growers managing unfamiliar varieties due to short seed supplies means weed control could require some careful planning. CPM explores herbicide timings and programme choices for the season...

Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine Growers are being warned that wet soils over the winter and spring could increase the risk of wireworm damage in potato crops this season. Research has identified high soil moisture as a precursor for pest activity, with wet areas and flood plains...

This forum popped up several times as I have been doing research on planning permission and you lads and lasses seem to know the ins and outs of these matters. If I buy a plot of land somewhere looking for as far away from neighbours what could happen? I am self sufficient in my van for all...

Written by Maeve Hennessy from Agriland The Nematicide Stewardship Programme (NSP) reminded potato growers to follow the best practice to ensure sustainable nematicide use this spring. Chair of GB Potatoes and working group member of the NSP, Mark Taylor said: “Potato cyst nematode (PCN) is...

Written by janineadamson from CPM Magazine The Nematicide Stewardship Programme (NSP) has reminded potato growers of the importance of following best practice protocols for granular nematicides. Mark Taylor, chair of GB Potatoes and working group member of the NSP, says potato cyst nematode...

Thinking about the rest of the spud season prospects and the implications to sale price (in the growers favour) - Pro’s 1. 2023 GB crop was planted late leading to very variable yields and in general less crop. 2. Less potatoes were planted due to poor returns and the ever increasing cost/risk...

I received a PCN today from TfL for having an HGV inside the M25 without a Safety Permit!! I had never heard of an HGV Safety Permit before receiving the £550 fine today. We very occasionally go to Heathrow Animal Reception centre to collect imported livestock and as we have a Type 2...

Written by Rachael Harper from CPM Magazine Download PDF Trials are vital to help overcome the challenges involved with growing a healthy and successful potato crop. CPM learns about some of the latest research from a Hutchinson’s demonstration day. By Rob Jones and Melanie Jenkins Through a...

Any disadvantages or risks to growing potatoes after Sugar beet on well bodied black land? Not had potatoes for 7 years previously , low PCN count . Potato varieties will be Agria and Maris Piper Thanks

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Property consultancy Galbraith has brought a block of Grade 3.1 arable land devoted to regenerative agriculture in Howe of the Mearns valley, Aberdeenshire to the market. The Moss-side of Esslie farmland extends to approximately 269.86ac...

I've recently started leasing some land that was in continuous grass for years. I've noticed a good bit of wireworm damage on tubers. A neighbour recommended mustard as a biofumigant but advisor said I'd be wasting my time. Question is, what biocontrol are you guys using?

Just jotted some rough figures down i could be miles out please discuss

Afternoon all, Today we've published a handbook containing all the detailed information about the sustainable farming incentive offer for this year. The handbook is here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/sfi-handbook-for-the-sfi-2023-offer An overview blogpost is here...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF 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...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF The connection between plants and the rhizosphere is an area of huge interest to scientists. CPM learns how understanding these interactions may lead to the introduction of beneficial root traits on crop plants. By Heather Briggs...

Hotter, drier climatic conditions and concerns over emerging pest and disease threats present challenges to potato growers throughout the UK. However, Director of Cygnet PB, Alistair Redpath explains that there is significant investment in breeding that should provide optimism for growers...

Tatties, taters, spuds - whatever you call potatoes probably reflects your cultural and geographical background. Since first introduced to the world from South America, they have lifted millions of our predecessors out of food poverty and fuelled the industrial revolution. The loss of the potato...

From cover crops to clean seed to nematicides, it’s all part of an IPM approach to nematode control. CPM reports For all the problems created by higher energy and input costs or the pressure to reduce carbon emissions, it is potato cyst nematodes that many advisers consider to be the...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF From cover crops to clean seed to nematicides, it’s all part of an integrated approach to nematode control. CPM digs into the detail but finds there’s far from an oven-ready strategy across the industry. By Rob Jones For all the...

“Although we are already aware of potato varieties that do not allow PCN to multiply as they are resistant to infection, they can still cause significant yield losses as despite the resistance, the root systems can still be eaten away by the pests. Therefore, farmers are experiencing reduced...