Trials reinforce silicon benefit for CSFB control
Further trials have highlighted the value of silicon in reducing cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB)…
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Aphid threat requires integrated response, growers advised
Following last autumn’s unprecedented levels of BYDV (barley yellow dwarf virus) pressure, Procam is urging…
Don’t underestimate slug threat, growers warned
With recent rains enabling autumn drilling to kick off in earnest, arable growers are being…
Rodents head indoors following drought and early harvest
Farmers are being urged to watch for rodents moving into farm buildings earlier than usual…
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…
Boosting cultural measures a must for beet growers
Growers could see a repeat of 2020 this season when it comes to the virus…
New plant-based insecticide offers sustainable grain store solution
Organic and low-input farmers now have a new plant-based option for managing insect pressure in…
Best practice beet agronomy needed to offset poor pricing
With sugar beet prices not overly exciting, getting agronomy just right to maximise output and…
New formulations for acetamiprid insecticide
Certis Belchim has launched liquid formulations of its acetamiprid insecticide Insyst to enhance operator safety…
Video guide to help growers create DIY CSFB test kit
United Oilseeds with Niab will be running its spring cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) larval…