Tailor agronomy for later-drilled OSR, growers urged
Winter oilseed rape growers delaying planting until late August and into September, need to adjust…
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Don’t overlook slug threat to OSR despite dry weather
Dry conditions through much of spring and summer may well have kept slug activity low…
Potato growers reminded of best practice ahead of harvest
Potato growers are being reminded to risk assess their crops ahead of harvest this season…
Care needed to check ‘essential’ phosphate for OSR
A phosphate soil index of 2 could be misleading as growers think about OSR nutrition…
Research shows limited benefit from variable rate nitrogen
New ADAS research has revealed that varying nitrogen fertiliser rates within a field delivered only…
Don’t leave sugar beet open to disease threats
With more high temperatures anticipated, sugar beet growers are being advised not to leave the…
Trials reveal NUE boost through biostimulants
With fertiliser prices remaining high, making better use of nutrients to reduce farm costs could…
Vigilance needed as pests threaten maize crops
With numerous reports of caterpillar activity in maize crops, growers need to remain vigilant and…
Take-all training course launched
An online training course is now available for those wanting to improve their understanding of…
Tips for optimising post-harvest slurry
Applying slurry in hot conditions can reduce nutrient use efficiency (NUE) and result in vital…