Supporting potato trade with the Canary Islands
Each year, large quantities of GB ware and seed are exported to the Canary Islands. Potato Council’s head of seed and export, Rob Burns, updates on the current difficulties affecting this long established trade agreement. “While no one knows the exact date of the potato’s arrival Europe, its entry point was probably Spain’s Canary Islands, […]
Organic farming not a clear winner in the soil microbial biodiversity stakes
Studies of the communities of microbes living in agricultural soil show that the difference between organically and conventionally managed soils is negligible, when compared with the impact of other factors. This is good news, confirming that, by sticking to recommended practices, farmers can maintain a healthy soil microbiome to support productive crops, in either organic […]
More freedom for Member States to decide on the GMOs use for food & feed
Today the Commission presents the outcome of its review of the decision-making process for the authorisation of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) as food and feed. This review derives from the Political Guidelines presented to the European Parliament in July 2014, on the basis of which this Commission was elected. The review confirms the need for […]
Leatherjacket numbers crash but farmers still advised to check key crops
The most recent survey by Scotland’s Rural College indicates that, after two years of record numbers, Leatherjacket densities have plummeted. However, while this reduces the need for any chemical controls, SRUC experts urge farmers with spring crops planted after grass to monitor growth carefully and to check their soils for signs of the grubs. Leatherjacket […]
Plant-based crop protection innovation from AlphaBio Control
AlphaBio Control, a leader in the development of sustainable crop protection products, has obtained funding from the Government’s Innovate UK Agritech Catalyst initiative to advance the development of a unique plant-based crop protection technology. In association with Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera), Apres Labs and the Adapt Low Carbon Group, AlphaBio Control is developing […]
Ukraine & Russia Crop Tour results reported
At the end of March the Crop Tour travelled across Ukraine and Russia to objectively record the condition and yield potential of overwintered crops as spring growth recommenced. The route covered 4,893km and took in the north, western and central regions of Ukraine and central, southern and western regions of western Russia. The team used […]
Trelleborg announces agricultural tyre price increase
Trelleborg Wheel Systems announces a seven to ten percent price increase in Europe, effective June 1st, 2015. The price rise, which includes tyres for agricultural, forestry and light agricultural application, is driven by a macroeconomic pressure on the manufacturing footprint outside the European area. The strong appreciation of the USD against the Euro along with […]
Nokian Tyres and Valtra Set the New World Record for Tractors: 130.165 km/h!
The new world record for fastest tractor was achieved when Nokian Tyres and Valtra combined their northern expertise. The new amazing record was set on a snowy and icy road in Finnish Lapland. Multiple World Rally Champion Juha Kankkunen kept his head cool and drove the machine at a speed of 130.165 km/h (80.88mph). Breaking […]
WIN £350 of GOODYEAR outdoor clothing
The iconic and globally renowned American heritage brand Goodyear is set to launch its line of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, footwear and accessories into the UK Market. The Goodyear Lifestyle Program Clothing, Footwear and Accessories range will be rolled out into the UK Market from March 2015. The Lifestyle Clothing line draws on the […]
