After nearly 45 years in the industry, Mike Pickford – the UK’s only independent oilseed rape breeder – has managed to get not one, but two varieties onto the Recommended List. But what actually goes into breeding a successful rapeseed variety? (more…)

Variety choice lies at the heart of arable production. Get it right, and you have the potential to boost productivity and profits. But get it wrong and you could be left with a disappointing harvest and a rather large seed bill. (more…)

Variety choice lies at the heart of arable production. Get it right, and you have the potential to boost productivity and profits. But get it wrong and you could be left with a disappointing harvest and a rather large seed bill. (more…)

Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Cereals Event (13-14 June) with visitors able to make savings by booking in advance. (more…)

The nature of farming is changing. Gone are the days of simply performing well in the field, now farmers also need to be excellent business operators, with clear, resilient strategies in place to remain competitive and profitable. (more…)

Soil health is a hot topic right now, with Michael Gove’s latest announcement to incentivise no-till farming confirming just how much of a priority it is for UK agriculture. (more…)