Latest CSFB monitoring shows reduced pressure
Encouraging results from a nationwide Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle (CSFB) monitoring project, suggests oilseed rape…
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Potential rust risk for beans
If warm, dry weather persists, winter bean crops could be at risk from rust. Many…
Ramularia risk to stressed barley
As dry weather continues across much of the UK, barley crops will likely face greater…
Potential NAP threat to sustainable food production
The Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP) could make food production less sustainable, warns Scottish Agronomy.…
Urgent call for CIPC data
The Residues Monitoring Group urges potato growers to forward CIPC (chlorpropham) samples. It is asking…
Inconsistent yellow rust field reports blur trial observations
The unusual yellow rust observations noted at various Recommended List (RL) trial sites are not…
Assess soil conditions ahead of potato planting
With March rainfall figures once again below average, potato growers are being urged to assess…
Disease risk to stressed winter barley
The prolonged dry conditions could complicate winter barley disease control decisions. Overall disease pressure may…
AHDB warns of possible new yellow rust strain
The AHDB is warning that yellow rust ratings may not be reliable this season, and…
Dry spell another consideration for maize weed control this season
With the dry weather forecast to last well into April, it is one more complication…