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Agronomy
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23rd February 2026
Tackling the tentacled pest
With oilseed rape creeping back into rotations, plus the ever-looming threat of wash-out UK weather conditions, slugs could soon slime their way into proliferation across many farms. However, there’s a new molluscicide in the toolbox…
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23rd February 2026
Keeping weeds front of mind
Although early drilled crops often mean a compromise on grassweed control, it seems in most cases, pre-em herbicide programmes have delivered the goods. But as those residuals begin to run out of steam, CPM asks,…
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23rd February 2026
Looking at lock up
Phosphate is fundamental to crop performance, yet the majority of it never reaches the plant. Why does so much become locked up, and what can growers do about it? CPM finds out more.
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Machinery
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23rd February 2026
On-farm opinion: Sowing with all of the options
Adding a mounted tine model to form a fleet of four drills has extended the crop establishment choices open to one Suffolk farm, helping to match workload and conditions. CPM finds out how this stacks…
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23rd February 2026
Why changing steel alone won’t fix soil
Cultivation decisions are often treated as a machinery choice, but their impact runs far deeper. CPM explores how one farm’s shift in soil and cropping management has changed what steel is asked to do –…
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9th February 2026
Birmingham ablaze for the biggest LAMMA yet
With over 800 stands and more than 45,000 visitors, this year’s LAMMA event has been hailed as the biggest yet. But what had visitors talking in the halls of the NEC? CPM was there to…
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Roots
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23rd February 2026
The complicated world of cover crop nutrient release
From understanding how much nitrogen a cover crop might release to hearing how technology and research could improve potato growing, CUPGRA’s annual conference delivered some valuable insights. CPM attended the event to understand more.
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5th January 2026
The little things that make all the difference
On-farm hygiene plays a major role in mitigating threats from difficult to control beet pests and diseases. CPM reports.
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5th January 2026
Managing a critical resource
The long-term impact of frequent droughts has implications beyond hosepipe bans and the suspension of irrigation licences, and can particularly affect root crop growers. CPM reports…
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6th November 2025
Beating the virus
Ten years in the making, ST Tweed poses one of the first in a generation of new virus yellows-tolerant sugar beet varieties. Now entering its second season of availability, CPM speaks to breeder Strube, to…
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16th October 2025
Why detail makes the difference in sugar beet
With margins under pressure, sugar beet’s future hinges on productivity. From seedbed conditions to stacked traits in varieties, CPM explores how detail and innovation can keep the crop competitive.
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3rd October 2025
Sugar beet: The power to choose
While some plant breeders are urging growers to consider ordering seed direct following last year’s changes to the UK sugar beet seed model, this approach might not suit all. CPM looks at both sides of…
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5th January 2026
The little things that make all the difference
On-farm hygiene plays a major role in mitigating threats from difficult to control beet pests and diseases. CPM reports.
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5th January 2026
Managing a critical resource
The long-term impact of frequent droughts has implications beyond hosepipe bans and the suspension of irrigation licences, and can particularly affect root crop growers. CPM reports…
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6th November 2025
Beating the virus
Ten years in the making, ST Tweed poses one of the first in a generation of new virus yellows-tolerant sugar beet varieties. Now entering its second season of availability, CPM speaks to breeder Strube, to…
Rotations
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23rd February 2026
Collaborating for a sustainable future
Bringing different elements of the supply chain together to drive sustainability and reward growers for their efforts is starting to gain traction, with pilot initiatives designed to achieve a new level of co-operation from food…
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23rd February 2026
Technology and data scrutiny can drive improved profitability
Balancing the economics in arable farming can prove challenging, but Ceres Research’s agristrategy conference provided some pointers on what to focus on to help drive improved returns. CPM reports from the event.
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23rd February 2026
Sticking with the earlies
Maize was subjected to drought and an exceptionally early harvest for many UK growers in 2025. However, in the Scottish Borders and south Wales in particular, the optimum combination of adequate soil moisture and warm…
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23rd February 2026
Helping soils to weather the storm
UK soils are at risk of increasing deterioration due to higher winter rainfall and more frequent storms. CPM speaks to the experts, to hear their advice on treading carefully when it comes to spring cropping…
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30th December 2025
A circular vision
After more than three decades reshaping his Wiltshire farm into a connected network of soil, habitat and enterprise, Josh Stratton’s systems-based approach to sustainability has earned him the 2025 RASE Natural Capital Award. CPM reveals…
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30th December 2025
Pulse Progress: Keeping pea bruchid at bay
With the first isolated detections of pea bruchid emerging this season, the UK pulse sector has acted quickly to prevent the pest gaining a foothold. While the risk remains low, CPM finds out how the…
Varieties
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23rd February 2026
The Cinderella crop steps into the spotlight
Increased plantings, renewed processor demand and better spring varieties are reshaping the role of oats in arable rotations. As growers look for flexibility and reliable margins, CPM finds out how agronomy and genetics are helping…
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9th February 2026
What a belter!
Developed from scratch using a new breeding programme, Belter is a malting barley variety that promises to be exceptional, whether it’s grown for brewing or distilling. CPM finds out what makes this ‘true’ dual-purpose variety…
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10th December 2025
Diversity, but not without compromise
Although the pace at which new varieties are coming to the table appears to be slowing, the selection on offer is also broadening. CPM reveals the diverse mix that forms the AHDB Recommended Lists for…
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28th October 2025
Tried, tested and still performing
As the latest Recommended List prepares to launch and excitement builds about the latest newcomers, breeders say there’s still merit in some of the older, ‘tried and tested’ varieties. CPM finds out more.
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29th September 2025
Destined for greatness?
Named after the bustling London street where the glamour of The Ritz meets the prestige of the UK Flour Millers HQ, a new candidate looks set to shake up the Group 1 market… CPM explores…
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27th August 2025
Building on a proven pedigree
Following a successful reign for KWS Extase, the variety has now spawned a daughter that has already made a mark on the Recommended List… CPM reveals more about KWS Equipe.
Rural
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23rd February 2026
Ecological engineers
A new study has found that beaver-created wetlands are home to more pollinators than human-created equivalents, and as work continues to boost beaver populations, landowners are being urged to embrace the semiaquatic rodent. CPM finds…
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30th December 2025
Making buildings work harder for farm energy resilience
From grain stores to machinery sheds, agricultural roofs are increasingly being seen as valuable energy assets, but delivering a successful solar installation requires more than fitting panels to spare space. CPM finds out what matters…
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10th December 2025
For the love of the turtle dove
On the conservation red list in the UK since 1996, the turtle dove is a species which continues to require urgent action. CPM speaks to those behind a project which is working to boost the…
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3rd November 2025
Biologicals bring balance on Zambian farm
Despite having access to more plant protection products than his European counterparts, one Zambian farmer is opting to reap the benefits of biologicals. CPM visits Donald Burton in Zambia, to find out more.
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3rd November 2025
Shaking up farm business tenancies
A revolutionary type of farm business tenancy is aiming to help The Crown Estate supports its tenants to farm sustainably, manage the environment, and diversify businesses. CPM finds out more.
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2nd October 2025
Saving bees one hive at a time
Installing and managing beehives for corporate clients is not only helping to meet sustainability goals, but is also striving to improve the future of the native honey bee. CPM meets Buckley’s Bees, the Cheshire business…
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