crop rotation

From RNAi biological pesticides and IPM strategy to profitable pulse rotations and cash crops, Groundswell's opening day showcased regenerative innovations designed to improve resilience, soil health and farm profitability

After years of flea beetle pressure and shrinking acreage, oilseed rape is making a comeback; two industry experts share practical lessons to help growers establish profitable crops

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

At Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm, profitability is not all about chasing yield but balancing risk, premiums and inputs. We chat with Charlie Ireland at the Cereals Preview for some practical tips for growers

With wide rotational benefits, low input costs and harvest contacts offering up to £600/t, spring linseed could be an interesting option for growers looking for an alternative break crop this spring

After a run of wildly different seasons, maize variety choice is no longer a straight yield chase and maturity is about protecting harvest timeliness, soil and starch per acre

Making on-farm rations and trading with local livestock farmers has helped a North Yorkshire arable farmer reduce dependence on commodity prices and build resilience into his business

Grain maize has become a vital break crop for a 4452-hectare agribusiness in Hertfordshire. We find out the benefits of selling the crop crimped, rather than dried

Since the Government paused applications for the Sustainable Farming Incentive, we find out if herbal leys provide enough arable rotational benefits to justify the spend without the funding

Pulses could make use of land set aside for SFI '24