Time it right for spot control
Getting the timing right for effective light leaf spot control is crucial, according to the latest fungicide performance information from HGCA. Results show that controlling light leaf spot can be problematic so early detection and spraying before the disease becomes established are essential. “At high risk sites, growers should look to apply a protectant spray […]
CSFB crop losses estimated at 2.7%
CSFB crop losses estimated at 2.7% in HGCA-funded ‘snapshot assessment’ Cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) damage has contributed to estimated losses of 2.7% of the winter oilseed rape (WOSR) area in England and Scotland, according to a ‘snapshot assessment’ report commissioned by HGCA. Based on the period 22–29 September, the estimated 2.7% loss is equivalent […]
Highest wheat yield on record thanks to ‘perfect’ weather and crop protection
The NFU harvest survey, published today, predicts the average wheat yield for the UK harvest 2014 to be a record high, following a summer of near perfect growing conditions for the crop. It is predicted that the 2014 UK Wheat harvest will weigh in at over 8.6 tonnes per hectare, the largest ever and 16 […]
Bayer CropScience acquires European distribution rights for biofungicide Contans™ from Belchim Crop Protection
Bayer CropScience announced today that it has acquired the sole European distribution rights for the biological fungicide Contans™ WG from Belchim Crop Protection NV effective October 1, 2014. This acquisition further strengthens Bayer CropScience’s crop protection portfolio and is another step in building up a comprehensive range of biologicals as part of integrated crop solutions. […]
Increasing fibre crops market advantageous for EU and China
The market for flax and hemp fibres is shrinking so much that the disappearance of just one party in the manufacturing chain could threaten many other parties in this industry. The report ‘Markets for fibre crops in EU and China’ contains an analysis of the opportunities and threats in the international fibre crop market by […]
One week left to seize golden farming opportunity
The NFU is encouraging young members of the farming industry to apply for the Cereals Development Programme to be in with a chance of gaining a full range of knowledge and experience in the arable sector. Successful applicants will meet key industry personnel at research institutions, British Agricultural Bureau in Brussels and supply chain visits […]
TGAC help improve grass-crop harvests by completing genome sequence of model bacterium
TGAC, together with the Universidad Nacional de Rio Cuarto (UNRC) and Instituto de Agrobiotecnologica Rossario (INDEAR), Argentina, plus other European partners have completed the genome sequence of the model strain of the soil bacterium, Azospirillum brasilense Az39, to improve plant health and nutrition in agriculture. The soil bacterium, isolated from wheat roots in the central […]
Guidance on CAP compliance for cereals and oilseeds growers
Defra has released important information on how the new Common Agricultural Policy will be implemented in England, including how the new ‘greening’ requirements will work in practice. Of particular interest to cereal and oilseeds growers will be clarification of the rules around crop diversification and ecological focus areas (EFAs). Full details of all changes are […]
Pyrethroid resistance found in cabbage stem flea beetles
Researchers have confirmed that pyrethroid resistant cabbage stem flea beetles are present in the UK. This information is vital for oilseed rape growers who are already sowing crops following this year’s early harvest. Work carried out by Rothamsted Research, as part of HGCA Project 214–0019, shows that knock down resistance (KDR) is found in UK […]
