Livestock farmers are being urged to take stock of forage supplies and start planning winter rations now, as continued dry weather raises concerns over forage availability later in the year. While early first-cut silage results suggest both quality and yields are stronger than those seen in 2025, the latest figures from AHDB’s Forage for Knowledge […]
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Efficient use of fertiliser and maximising data to improve nutrition are some of the focuses for Sam Allison, who joins Origin Soil Nutrition as Sales Manager for the West Midlands and Wales. Sam, who graduated from Harper Adams University with a BSc in Agriculture and Sustainable Crop Production, previously worked as a Crop Production Manager […]
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Post-harvest is a crucial time for putting nutrients back into soil before drilling the next crop. However, applying slurry in hot conditions can reduce nutrient use efficiency (NUE) and see vital nitrogen lost if it is not applied accurately. Vogelsang’s Andy Hayhurst offers some top tips to help get the most out of slurry post-harvest. […]
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Yellow and brown rust infections have presented one of the main sources of stress for this year’s winter wheat crops, especially in the eastern counties where septoria has played second fiddle due to the dry spring conditions. With that in mind, Lee Bennett, independent seed specialist, is urging growers to carefully consider which varieties to […]
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Weaning should be viewed as the starting point for next season’s lamb crop, with poor ewe condition and hidden trace element deficiencies potentially costing flocks valuable lambs at scanning time, according to sheep experts. Nia Williams, Commercial and Technical Manager at Nettex says the post-weaning period is a critical window for assessing ewes and making […]
Read ArticleAlmost 1,000 dairy farmers and industry professionals visited Treveale Farm, near Ladock, Cornwall, on 30 June for the RABDF NMR Gold Cup Open Day, marking the first time a Cornish farm has won the prestigious award since the competition began in 1920. Hosted by T N Morrow and Partners, the event showcased how long-term investment, […]
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Scottish barley growers are demonstrating key strengths in regenerative agriculture, according to early findings from a major supply chain project led by maltster Crisp Malt in partnership with Map of Ag. The project comes as food and drink supply chains face growing pressure to demonstrate measurable environmental progress, particularly within the whisky sector, where long […]
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Leading agronomy firm ProCam has appointed Jane Perkins as the company’s new Finance Director. Jane, an ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) chartered certified accountant and graduate of the University of Liverpool (BSc Hons., Biochemistry), will work as part of ProCam’s senior leadership team to enhance the business’s financial insight and develop strategy that leads […]
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The pressure on farms to better manage phosphorus can be addressed using separation. So says Andy Hayhurst, from Vogelsang, who explains that separation is not just about reducing the strain on storage but can also be an important measure to reaching phosphorus management guidelines. “Defra has clearly outlined its plans to reduce total nitrogen, phosphorus […]
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Single use plastics should be reduced to make managing crops more sustainable. This according to agronomist Mike Stoker, from biostimulants specialist Orion Future Technologies, is possible using a new bag in a box solution. “The price of plastic has risen by more than 40 percent since the Iran/Israel conflict broke out in February. As a […]
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Origin Soil Nutrition has increased its range of Enhanced Efficiency Fertilisers (EEF) with the introduction of Vita-Grass prescription fertiliser, providing farmers with an alternative form of livestock nutrient supplementation. Origin’s Vita-Grass has been specially formulated to supply several vital micronutrients for improved grassland performance and animal health benefits. The 24-3-3 + Mg, S, Ca, Co, […]
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As part of its commitment to bringing its new fungicide active ingredient to the UK, ADAMA will be hosting a series of regional field demonstrations to show how Gilboa’s innovative mode of action helps to protect winter wheat against the ever-present threat of disease. The ‘ADAMA in Action’ demonstration days – which are free to […]
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