News - Arable

Contract fairness was in focus in the sector breakout at the NFU Conference (February 24)

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

Researchers from the UK Agri-Tech Centre and Rothamsted Research have identified a high-tech method to detect the grey field slug, or Deroceras reticulatum

Keeping an eye on the latest trends in the grain markets

With forward cereal crops and the potential of creeping disease pressures, we find out how grazing sheep could gain growers both time and control before chemical options become available in the spring

New research reveals that 10 substances prohibited in the EU due to serious health risks are still being used in Britain

Beet moth has moved rapidly up the risk agenda for sugar beet growers following widespread and economically damaging infestations during the 2025 season

Climate volatility is widening the gap between genetic yield gains and farm performance, as warmer, wetter winters and extreme weather challenge UK arable systems

The 5,060 hectare Rhug Estate has made significant progress across its regenerative farming aims, underlining its long-term commitment to net zero and resilient food production

Many wheat crops are set enter spring clean following effective autumn herbicides, but advisers warn growers must stay vigilant, as weeds can still exploit gaps later in the season