The good, the bad and their fortuitous differences
Researchers have exposed weak spots in a fungal pathogen that wrecks crops by comparing it…
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Eyespot Spotted Where Not Expected
Eyespot could be lurking in the base of crops growers are being warned. The combination…
Options for reducing farm ammonia emissions as levels rise
A recent article in The Guardian reported a 3.2% rise in ammonia emissions between 2015-2016, following…
Stay alert for disease pressure in cereal crops
Although cereal crops are behind the curve this season, it’s important to continue to monitor…
Mounting concerns about SDHI resistance combined with an unpredictable disease outlook are putting wheat fungicide strategies under closer scrutiny this spring, leading agronomy firm Hutchinsons says.
SDHIs have become a cornerstone of many T1 and T2 programmes over recent years, but…
Nanoparticles present sustainable way to grow food crops
Scientists are working diligently now to prepare for the expected increase in global population —…
A vaccine for edible plants? A new plant protection method on the horizon
What is double-stranded RNA? RNA or ribonucleic acid is a molecule essential for cell function.…
Twin OSR flowering sprays needed to beat high disease risk
Oilseed rape in many northern areas is expected to be at very high risk from…
Look beyond the can to maximise wild oat control
Growers should adopt an integrated approach to wild oat control this spring, with chemical and…
New nematicide e-learning course launched
The potato industry is being urged to take part in a free interactive e-learning course…