A new database of 19 insect genomes encompassing some of the most damaging pests of crops worldwide has been made publicly available.
The fava bean could make a comeback in farmer’s fields and shopping baskets, as Tesco and its suppliers trial the use of the crop across a host of different product ranges and ingredients.
Welsh farms have significantly increased farmland bird populations since growing seed-bearing cover crops and providing supplementary seed feeding stations.
²ÝÁñÉçÇø who want to adopt more sustainable and environmentally friendly farming methods could face lower short-term margins, but the long-term benefits could outweigh the losses, according to the results of a trial in Scotland.
A new cover crops guide for farmers in northern England will bring together farmer-led, independent information about species selection, establishment and termination.
As Basis takes over administration of the National Register of Sprayer Operators from City & Guilds some growers are reporting challenges with the transition
The Animal and Plant Health Association (APHA) has announced that field trials for cattle vaccine and new skin test for Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) are moving onto the next phase, in the fight to eradicate the disease.
Sugar beet growers could have access to the neonicotinoid seed treatment Cruiser SB (thiamethoxam) to protect the 2023 crop from virus yellows disease.
Progress has been reported in the search for  potato varieties resistant to potato cyst nematode (PCN).
A leading plant breeder is encouraging growers to take up the opportunity of contributing to the future development of the Recommended Lists, including how they are designed.