17 August 2023
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6 min read
If one crop has thrived in this summer's cool and showery weather, it is sugar beet. With a cold, wet spring leading to poor seedbeds and late drilling, it was hardly surprising many sugar beet crops looked...
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Staffs farmer Tim Parton discusses the applications of biostimulants in his farming system, emphasising the benefits they provide for yield, input efficiency, and pest control
22 January 2026
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3 min read
As many growers' autumn cereal drilling began early this year, we chat with three experts to gather some top tips for effective control
14 October 2025
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5 min read
After an early harvest, winter oilseed rape crops have notable variability in drilling dates this season, so we find out how best to manage them
08 October 2025
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5 min read
