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PGRO Crop Update

The latest, authoritative information on the pulse crop in Britain.

Testing decisions for black-grass viability

Cereal growers are being urged to spray off patches infested with black-grass now, before more plants set viable seed. The stress of hot dry weather has brought forward seed maturity, with viability set to accelerate over the next few weeks.

New survey: lockdown leaves industry hungry for fair food and farming recovery

New research with over 380 professionals working in food, farming and the countryside finds a huge appetite for change and collaboration across the sector. In Learning from Lockdown, a major new survey from the Food, Farming and Countryside Commission, 80% of respondents wanted most things to be different in the recovery. None wanted everything to go back to how it was before.

Soil mapping for precise land management David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University

Soil is one of the most essential aspects of any agricultural production system, with different soil components able to have huge effects on crop or pasture yield and quality, as well as increasingly important roles in environmental sustainability.

Invaluable support of Rural Watch volunteers hailed by North Yorkshire Police

Police in North Yorkshire have paid tribute to the more than 140 volunteers who help keep rural areas safe.

Best practice for making silage for AD plants

For crop-fed AD plants, quality of feedstock is the key to efficient biogas production throughout the year. Tim Elsome, General Manager of FM BioEnergy, explains the importance of creating good silage to ensure you get the highest gas output from your feedstock.

Better beef with Breedr

Ian Sturmer – gives the farmer’s view of the Breedr vision.

Drive efficiencies with precision farming at Cereals LIVE

Farmers are continually striving to improve efficiencies and precision technology provides the means to do so, which is why Cereals LIVE is showcasing the very latest advances.

Drought resistant crops for the future

Dr Cate Williams: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.

CE marking and Eurocode post Brexit update

At the end of January the UK left the European Union and, in the process, many questions were raised about the future regulatory regime for manufacturers and suppliers. Of direct relevance to steelwork fabricators and agricultural building suppliers is the future of CE marking or whatever replaces it.

Now is the time to establish summer cover for soil health

The next few weeks are the ideal time to establish a summer cover crop mix on uncropped land requiring improvements to soil structure and health after last winter.

Don't let a dry April slow crop growth

Soil nutrition matters more than ever.

Good aftercut fertiliser management essential in 2020

Careful management of aftercut fertiliser applications will be essential in building vital stocks of high quality forage to provide insulation against market volatility and uncertainty in 2020, says Dr. George Fisher of CF Fertilisers.

Holidaying bees help the fruit orchards bloom at Hadlow Estate

More than 680,000 bees are on a unique spring break at the Hadlow Estate in Kent, to help it get the very best from its fruit orchards.

Scientists find the ideal home for solitary bees

A study supported by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) has identified the most desirable nesting sites for the UK’s declining population of solitary bees and recommended simple measures to support them.

Surveys Show How Virus Is Hitting Our Industry

Retailers, trade businesses, livery yards and riding schools have spoken out about the effects of pandemic restrictions

Welfare and Environment; Help in an uncertain market?

A recent survey published by AHDB gives a picture of the reasons and perceptions that have influenced and continue to influence UK pig producer decisions on investment in infrastructure. There has been little investment in pig buildings over the last five years, despite the ageing of buildings and equipment “much of which is reaching – or has already exceeded, its recommended lifespan

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Suzuki ATV dealerships continue to support the farming industry and smallholdings

Strategies and technologies towards reduced lameness in cattle

David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.

Lungworm vaccination crucial ahead of 2020 grazing season

Veterinary professionals are urging farmers to vaccinate against lungworm (husk) ahead of the 2020 grazing season after a significant increase of cases last year.

High biomass clover offers new land recovery option

A new high biomass annual clover, included in spring-sown catch crop mixtures alongside short term ryegrasses, could offer dual benefits for farmers struggling with ground that has been waterlogged and left uncropped over winter.

Farmers warned of surge in tractor GPS thefts

Agricultural vehicle Global Positioning Systems (GPS) under new attack from rural thieves after thefts of GPS kit worth over £130,000 from West Sussex farms. NFU Mutual offers security advice to protect hi-tech farm equipment...

Could weeds be the answer to reversing insect declines?

The thought of weeds thriving in a farm’s arable crops is usually cause for concern, but it might be one way to help invertebrates to recover according to a new study by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT).

Continuous mixed flow grain driers from Perry of Oakley Ltd

Perry of Oakley Ltd. are the UK’s most experienced manufacturer of materials handling & drying equipment. Perry’s range of driers consists of two continuous mixed flow grain driers; the top spec Savannah and the entry level Mistral.

50 years of Range Rover: Land Rover and Anthony Joshua celebrate Golden Jubilee for luxury SUV with unique snow art

Land Rover begins 50th anniversary celebrations for the original luxury SUV with snow art installation at its Arjeplog cold weather test facility in Sweden and World Heavyweight Champion Anthony Joshua OBE.

Top Tips To Boost Your On-Farm Biogas Plant

Despite the best laid plans, operating an on-farm AD plant is rarely a straightforward process.

The Crop That's Flying High

In the first of a new series on crops that suit smallholdings, Sally Morgan explores the pros and cons of the ‘superfood’ quinoa, which will grow in Britain despite rumours to the contrary.

How To Get The Perfect Marketing Shots

Promote the ethos of your business through imagery

Farmers encouraged to optimise AD operations

Official statistics released by the NNFCC in 2019 revealed that there are 486 anaerobic digestion (AD) plants in the UK, 338 of which are farm-based and another 239 farm-based AD in development.

New Land Rover Defender 90 goes on sale following unprecedented demand for Defender 110

Order books for the Land Rover Defender 90 have opened following the successful launch of the Defender 110. New Defender is the toughest and most capable Land Rover ever made and delivers 21st century connectivity with unstoppable off-road performance.