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03/07/2014

oilseed rape crops face high pest threat without neonicotinoids

The UK oilseed rape crop has flourished over the years - gathering momentum as one of the most profitable break crops available. But growers this autumn face a challenge to establish the crop without one of the favoured seed treatments.

24/06/2014

World wheat record attempt turns to water

One Shropshire grower's attempt at a top wheat yield looks to be going well as he starts irrigating his crop. David Jones makes a second visit to see how the challenge to capture his brother's world wheat record crown is now progressing.

23/06/2014

Crop Watch South: Dont start barley harvest too early

Winter barley crops are turning fast and grain fill looks good.

07/06/2014

Aiming for rapid growth this autumn

Good establishment of oilseed rape is critical if a crop is to have any chance of meeting its true potential. Farmer Guardian asked Agrovista's Chris Martin to provide some key tips.

07/06/2014

Improving yields and crop consistency

Just as there are many roads to Rome, there are many ways to establish oilseed rape. Trials looking at the latest machinery to increase seeding precision have been taking place across the country, Jane Carley reports

07/06/2014

North-east tattie crops off to a good start

Potato growers north of Aberdeen are enjoying a ‘land of milk and honey’ in contrast to their southern counterparts, according to Andy Steven, Agrovista’s Elgin-based potato and vegetable agronomist.

06/06/2014

Helping farming meet challenges of the future

With spending on crop protection research shrinking in Europe, the farming industry has to find other technology to help it maintain - and increase - food production, Agrovista's director of strategic development tells Chris Lyddon