Advice - Arable

A new database of 19 insect genomes encompassing some of the most damaging pests of crops worldwide has been made publicly available.

Farmers were advised to remain vigilant as a once localised, coastal pest is travelling further afield into the UK causing foliage and root damage to sugar beet.

Welsh farms have significantly increased farmland bird populations since growing seed-bearing cover crops and providing supplementary seed feeding stations.

With beet moth damage also causing yellowing in sugar beet crops, British Beet Research Organisation (BBRO) lead scientist warns the disease threat of virus yellows remains.

A new cover crops guide for farmers in northern England will bring together farmer-led, independent information about species selection, establishment and termination.

A farmer-led research project exploring new ways to manage slug damage is seeking ‘Slug Scouts’ who will trap and send in slugs for feeding studies.

Growers who consistently get the best oilseed rape yields are those who ‘get the basics right.’

As Basis takes over administration of the National Register of Sprayer Operators from City & Guilds some growers are reporting challenges with the transition

As attention turns to spring weed control, grass-weeds are the priority. Farmers Guardian reports

With the spring season around the corner, Ash Burbidge caught up with a leading agronomist regarding potential issues growers might face.