BYDV prevention still key part of autumn workload
Dr. David Stormonth, Technical Manager for Interfarm UK Ltd., says that for the very limited cost of a BYDV insecticide spray, cereal crops which have been hard work to establish this year will benefit from protection against aphids, particularly in crops that haven’t received a seed treatment. “BYDV may appear to be down the list […]
A record busting weekend
The Trophy list, too, continues to grow with three new awards added to the illustrious array of cups, shields and salvers; winners came from far and near including the Republic of Ireland, Scotland and the south west. Recognised as the biggest Show of its kind, the Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show did not disappoint […]
‘make mine Milk’ and BeatBullying announce year-long brand partnership
Current funding arrangements for the ‘make mine Milk’ campaign, with money supplied by the five MMF members and the European Commission, came to an end in October 2012 following the final burst of advertising featuring Olympic trio Laura Trott, Nicola Adams and Jade Jones. However, remaining funds from the dairy industry have been used to […]
Israeli scientist wins World Food Prize
The video above shows the story of Norman Borlaug for whom the World Food Prize was named Dr. Hillel became acutely aware of the critical issue of agriculture and water scarcity in the highlands of the Negev Desert and his research led to dramatic changes in the way irrigation is applied in dry climates. Traditionally, […]
Twose’s Great Dane deal puts the bite on rivals
Twose of Tiverton is set to expand its comprehensive range of grassland products after securing a deal with award-winning Danish production company Fransgard to become its sole UK distributor. The new machines will complement Twose’s fast-growing product portfolio and expand its value for money Farmers Favourite range. Nine new products are now on sale, including: […]
Firestone presents innovations for more efficient farming at EIMA International 2012
The 201m² stand (Hall 36 – location A11) presents the three pillars of Firestone’s business approach to the agricultural industry: Innovative high-quality tyres for more efficient farming Agri Point – the Europewide network of agricultural tyre service professionals E-tools that make the farmer’s life easier The stand demonstrates Firestone’s complete solutions for farmers: innovative, more […]
Dark nights and economic gloom a recipe for rural crime
CLA Midlands regional director Caroline Bedell said: “Each year we seem to experience an increase in crime in the countryside almost as soon as the clocks go back and I suspect that this year will be no different. Anything that can be sold is a prime target and thefts range from scrap metal, gates and […]
International Conference on Agricultural Value Chains opens
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Over 500 private sector representatives, government officials, donors, civil society representatives, farmer organisations and academics have come together at “Making the Connection: Value Chains for Transforming Smallholder Agriculture”, an international conference that will discuss the future of agricultural value chains and how to incorporate smallholders in them to promote agricultural and rural […]
New HGCA information on yellow rust resistance
A new diversification matrix available on a new HGCA Topic Sheet divides winter wheat varieties into groups according to their susceptibility to different races of yellow rust. The UK Crop Pathogen Virulence Survey (UKCVPS) – funded by HGCA and Fera – carried out the research to group varieties by susceptibility. The yellow rust resistance ratings […]
