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Agronomist and Arable Farmer - February 10th
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A new service to measure, monitor and assess natural capital has been launched by Fera. Combining data and science, LAND360, accurately measures and maps existing land habitat features and models biodiversity offerings to help farmers, landowners and managers make informed decisions. “With the introduction of the environmental land management scheme (ELMs) and the drive to manage land in a way that …
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RGT Planet has been Ireland’s favourite spring barley for the past five years and shows no sign of relinquishing its crown. More than one in three fields of spring barley sown in the country this season will be RGT Planet. The variety has earned a reputation of unrivalled consistency among growers and maltsters, thanks to its strong agronomics and excellent …
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The February 2022 issue is now available online!
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News: Recycled Batteries make fertiliser, Autonomous John Deere tractor. Innovation to overcome regen challenge News Analysis: AICC Conference looks at reducing nitrogen usage Opinion: Fera response to Eustice Land Markets: Demand outstripping supply Agronomy Matters: Broad spectrum fungicide joins barley arsenal Crop Protection & Weed Control: Spring weed control crop …
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Biopolymer innovator Teysha Technologies has joined NIAB to research, test and develop bioplastics for the agricultural industry in the UK. The opportunity will allow Teysha to expand as the start up further commercialises in the UK, utilising the Eastern Agritech Innovation Hub near Cambridge. The Hub will be the focal point for developing and testing new sustainable materials and bioplastics to …
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New Holland T5, T6 and T7 tractors are now available with Continental TractorMaster and VF TractorMaster tyres. The tyres will be available up to a width of 710mm and a rim diameter of 42’’ and benefit from additional tyre technology to help operate tractors more efficiently. The new relationship will see New Holland operators able to benefit from pressure monitoring …
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DEFRA have published the outcome of the consultation process into the proposed Lump Sum Exit Scheme for farmers in England and confirmed that they plan to go ahead with the scheme in 2022. The aim of the Lump Sum Exit Scheme is to allow those wishing to retire or leave the industry early, to do so in a planned and …
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Farmers are being urged challenge the norm this spring by changing up fertiliser application timings, in response to current market conditions. With limited stock and high prices, David Newton, technical manager at Timac Agro UK, says this year is the perfect time to go against the routine and review fertiliser programmes. “We need to react to the weather, soil conditions …
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