Grassweed Action : Battling against bromes

Bromes are the next national grass weed threat to come under Barrie Hunt’s integrated management spotlight in the fourth in our series of articles.

McCormick X7 Series four-cylinder tractors in Scottish debut

New additions to the McCormick X7 tractor series are planned to make their Scottish public debut at the Royal Highland Show.

Is ferric phosphate a force to be reckoned with?

With the phase out of metaldehyde-based pellets for the control of slugs, many growers and agronomists are now actively looking to switch to ferric phosphate products this autumn.

New products feature at dealer open day

For Case IH main dealer Collings Brothers, the decision to hold an open evening rather than an open day this year proved worthwhile, as customers made the most of ideal weather for field operations before their visit. David Williams attended.

Breeders deliver low bolters in new beet list

Seven new varieties have been added to the BBRO/BSPB 2020 Sugar Beet Recommended List; Advena KWS and Smart Janninka KWS from KWS UK, BTS 4100 from Limagrain UK and Vixen, Conger, Puffin and Lightning from SESVanderHave UK.

Seed treatment re-think required

As a result of neonicotinoid bans, growers may have to re-think their cereal agronomy strategies and use of seed treatments to ensure the best possible establishment and vigour this autumn, reports Heather Briggs.

Jeremy Clarkson swaps Ferraris for farming in new show

Clarkson is swapping his ‘need for speed’ for the ‘need to conserve’ as he publicly works his 1000-acre carbon neutral arable farm, Diddly Squat, following recent calculations regarding the planet’s dwindling food supply.

Oilseed rape gross margins remain head and shoulders above other break crops

New analysis of the predicted gross margins for winter break crops shows oilseed rape remains the most profitable.

One crop has seen demand grow by 500% across Europe

Since the passing of the Cannabis for Medicinal Use Act, demand for quality, safe medicines has grown by over 500%, and it’s projected to double again.

Prof Klaus Hoehn receives Grashof Commemorative Medal

Professor Dr-Ing habil. Klaus Hoehn has been honoured with the Grashof Commemorative Medal for his contribution to the development of future technologies.

Film binding innovation on tour

Live demonstrations of KUHN Farm Machinery’s patented film binding system are being staged across the country over the summer months, providing many opportunities for farmers to see the award-winning technology in action.

Deadline reminder for Countryside Stewardship Scheme application packs

Farmers have just days left to submit a request for a Countryside Stewardship Scheme (CSS) mid-tier application pack if they want to apply for an agreement starting on 1 January 2020, according to land and property specialists Strutt & Parker.

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