After a dry April, many growers underestimated the septoria threat this season, said Bill Clark, technical director, NIAB. "They used low doses and the timing was a bit off - septoria got away from...
After a dry April, many growers underestimated the septoria threat this season, said Bill Clark, technical director, NIAB. "They used low doses and the timing was a bit off - septoria got away from...
The early harvests continue with maize being foraged around the country but after a worrying growth period, yields are looking hopeful considering the year
Changing establishment systems, wet weather and fewer chemical options are forcing growers to rethink how they tackle increasingly difficult slug problems.
Researchers are combining multispectral imaging, GPS mapping and precision spraying technology to develop a system capable of detecting and targeting slugs in commercial fields