winter barley

A survey led by Association of Independent Crop Consultants (AICC) members suggests that Wheat Dwarf Virus (WDV) may be widespread than previously thought or recorded

With three winter and four spring barley varieties recommended, the barley Recommended List is smaller than seen in previous years

Completing harvest early has given many growers the opportunity to get winter crops drilled early. However, growers are advised to be aware of the risks and select suitable fields carefully

Heatwave speeds up growing season as farmers across UK report mixed yields and low prices

Book digs deep into variety, plant health and management

A mix of sporadic showers and sunshine causes worries for growers

Kick-starting winter-battered crops is going to be challenging this spring, but a series of trials carried out across the country are highlighting some key insights into how to achieve this

Government figures show reduced production levels across all main cereals for 2023

With many growers still waiting for dry weather, concerns about the resulting quality of the crops are increasing

Alex and Joanna Wilcox live and farm with their three sons at Hill Farm near Downham Market on the Norfolk County Council Stow Estate. Covering 240 hectares of Fen silty clay loam, they grow winter milling wheat, winter feed barley, spring malting barley, spring beans and sugar beet.