Agronomy

Research has highlighted the immediate priority for growers is to target grass-weeds already in the crop now, rather than waiting for more to emerge later in the spring.

Cover crops can play as important a role in Scotland as they do further south but there are some management differences.

Grow Your Own Potatoes kits have been delivered to more than 6,000 schools nationwide after the programme was saved from closure thanks to support from across the industry.

New study highlights that UK farmers want to establish more sustainable practices.

There are many drivers of abiotic stress, which makes crops vulnerable to disease. Some, such as flooding or drought, cannot be controlled, but others can.

Milder weather in January and February has put beet crops at a greater risk of contracting virus yellows disease this season.

With spring around the corner, growers are being warned to act early to stop yellow rust from taking hold.

Enhancing soil health and structure not only benefits crop growth, but it also has the potential to improve water quality.