Arable

The Environment Agency has urged farmers to plan ahead for irrigation

Potato growers are being urged to not underestimate the rising threat of wireworm, as a combination of changing farming practices, the loss of chemical controls and environmental conditions is creating a ‘perfect storm' for the pest

US President Donald Trump said the King played an influential role in his decision to remove tariffs on Scotch whisky

Silas Hedley–Lawrence is a farmer, coach and consultant with a decade of hands-on experience in regenerative agriculture. With a background rooted in both commercial and direct selling models, he champions lean, profitable farming systems that increase biodiversity and soil health. Silas is an Integrity Soils trained agroecological coach from the Yellowstone 2024 cohort

Conservative MP Sir John Hayes said 12% of the UK's most fertile and productive farmland is being eaten up by solar and energy projects

After a wet winter across much of the country, maize growers are being urged to focus on fundamentals, with experts highlighting how careful management can unlock both yield and crop quality in 2026

Head of arable Ash Ellwood shares one of her key takeaway messages from the Cultivate rural leadership conference that took place on April 29

At a recent webinar, attendees were advised that managing risk both in the field and in the marketplace will be critical to safeguarding potato production in 2026

The early move has been made possible by investment by growers in techniques that help protect and advance crops

Worcestershire-based greenhouse aims to cut imports and boost resilience, while reducing inputs and delivering year-round, locally grown produce amid climate and supply chain pressures