Azotic Technologies honour Professor Edward Cocking
Azotic Technologies, the developer and producer of natural Nitrogen-fixation for increased agronomic benefit, has honoured Professor Edward Cocking by naming its laboratories in BioCity, Nottingham after him (Ted Cocking Laboratories). The unveiling of the nameplate took place at BioCity on 5th June 2015 in front of many distinguished guests, with Sir John Beddington, the former […]
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 […]
Response to EU public consultation on endocrine disruptors
The European Commission has just concluded a public consultation to gather the views of stakeholders on setting detailed criteria for determining what substances will be considered as endocrine disruptors. The input received during the consultation will be used as part of an impact assessment to evaluate different policy options. “As one of many important stakeholders […]
Wheat and oilseeds area for harvest 2015 down in favour of barley and pulses
AHDB/HGCA’s Early Bird Survey of GB farmers’ planting intentions for 2015 suggests a reduction in the area of wheat, oats and oilseeds for harvest 2015, compared with 2014. Key findings of the Early Bird Survey: • Wheat down 5% to 1.8Mha • Oats down 13% to 118,000ha • Winter barley up 12% to 476,000ha • […]
Light leaf spot disease risk high, says forecast
The HGCA-supported light leaf spot (LLS) service forecasts a very high disease infection risk in all regions of the UK for the 2014–15 season. The current high-risk level is due to a combination of disease build-up over recent years and favourable weather for pathogen growth over the summer. Where LLS is found in crops over […]
Report launch highlights potential of no-till systems
A report launched at Harper Adams University on behalf of The Worshipful Company of Farmers has highlighted the need for effective pest control and selective crop rotations when striving for a successful no-till farming system. Visiting Professor in Agricultural Engineering, Professor Dick Godwin, launched his 30-page report entitled the ‘Potential of no-till systems for arable farming’ […]
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 […]
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. […]
Tasmanian pasture experiment of global significance for future plant production
The results of a 12-year experiment by University of Tasmania School of Biological Science researcher Associate Professor Mark Hovenden could lead to major changes in the way farmers irrigate and fertilise the land – especially if they want to increase production by up to 90 per cent. On plots of pasture at Pontville in south-eastern […]
