Survey finds Wheat Dwarf Virus widespread
A survey led by Association of Independent Crop Consultants (AICC) members suggests that Wheat Dwarf…
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Test fields early for a better picture of soil nitrogen
With some uncertainty about how much residual nitrogen is in soils, Hutchinsons fertiliser and crop nutrition specialist Rob Jewers is…
Focus on flexibility with spring barley selection
UK farmers are being advised to focus on proven barley varieties with strong market flexibility…
Yield decline revealed in Defra 2025 production estimates
Defra 2025 final yield estimates show reduced yields for all main cereal crops compared to…
Grain prices recover after contract lows
After hitting a contract low earlier in the week, grain prices have recovered to finish…
Four new varieties added to Spring Barley Recommended List
Four new varieties have been added to the Spring Barley Recommended List (RL), with three…
New Group 1 joins ‘more focused’ wheat list
Following the YR15 breakdown, a number of varieties have seen a significant shift in their…
25/26 wheat and barley balances to tighten
The AHDB has released its first 2025/26 UK cereals supply and demand estimates. Following record…
RAGT to acquire Syngenta’s 2-row malting barley business
RAGT has announced that a sale agreement for the acquisition of Syngenta’s 2-row malting barley…
Early bird survey shows rebound in rape area
The AHDB’s Early Bird Survey of early plantings and planting intentions shows a 30% rise in the…