Successful maize establishment relies on well-aerated soils, as an oxygen-deficient seedbed increases the risk of poor root formation and premature crop senescence, says Andrew Cook of seed breeders KWS....
Successful maize establishment relies on well-aerated soils, as an oxygen-deficient seedbed increases the risk of poor root formation and premature crop senescence, says Andrew Cook of seed breeders KWS....
Not being afraid to step out of their comfort zone has paid off for one Carmarthenshire-based family, who have been rewarded with success for their pedigree Bluefaced Leicester flock.
Maria Warne-Elston lives and breathes farming, and as her family have done before her, she is determined to carry on the farm. Emily Ashworth finds out more