Forecasting technology to give farmers the advantage
UK farmers need improved weather forecasting technology if they are to cope with increasing weather extremes when planning crop management. (more…)
Crop plots growing strongly at new Cereals site
Exhibitors gathered at the new Cereals Event site last week to examine their crop plots and discuss plans for the event. Despite torrential rain, the new location, at Thoresby Hall,…
Top tips when switching from solid to liquid fertiliser
Machinery dealers are reporting increasing interest in using liquid rather than solid fertilisers, so what should farmers bear in mind when considering the switch? Farm infrastructure will play a part…
Watch out for risks for carbon offsetting in forests, warns CAAV
The potential risks of using trees for carbon offsetting has been brought into focus by a new report into a substantial US-based official scheme. California operates a large offsetting programme…
Farmers focus on machinery to lower input costs and improve sustainability
Farmers are showing increased interest in machinery and equipment that will help them to farm more sustainably and lower their costs of production. With soaring costs looking like they’re here…
Some personal highlights at the Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show
It’s less than a month until entries close for the Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show, with several anniversary celebrations taking place and rare machinery to be seen. But there…