Crop It Like It's Hot: What to consider before spring drilling and tips from farmers for new entrants

We talk practical advice, farming top tips, variety considerations and dos and don'ts ahead of this spring season

Ashleigh Ellwood
Head of Arable
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Crop It Like It's Hot: What to consider before spring drilling and tips from farmers for new entrants

If you were asked for your top piece of farming advice for a new entrant or a Young Farmer - what would you tell them? 

We chat with farmers from across the country for their pieces of advice and learnings from the ground.

Spring drilling

We also chat with Dick Neale, technical manager at Hutchinsons, to find out what growers should be considering ahead of getting the drill out this spring time, common mistakes he has seen and his practical advice to start the spring season as strong as possible.

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