Black-grass success strategy highlighted in a challenging year

Lessons learned from a difficult year have proven the value in keeping chemistry retained in the soil for as long as possible.

24 October 2023 鈥� 5 min read

Last season was one that 鈥榢ept on giving', and not in a good way, reflects Leicestershire farm manager Keith Challen. For many farmers, the unpredictable weather led to later-than-ideal drilling dates,...

Harvest officially earliest in 20 years, says AHDB

First Harvest Report reveals oilseed rape yields have improved on average but cereal yields have generally been below the 10-year average

Jane Thynne

31 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read

Arable

Opinion: What happens when the rain doesn't come?

With harvest continuing up and down the country, Ash Ellwood reflects on conversations with growers as to how crops are fairing in the heatwave

Ashleigh Ellwood

31 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read

Arable

Agronomists are advising growers to remain vigilant for maize pests

Following numerous reports of caterpillar activity in maize crops across the country in recent weeks, agronomists are advising growers to remain vigilant and ensure they correctly identify species

Ashleigh Ellwood

31 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read

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