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Agronomy
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14th December 2025
Supporting a strong start in spring
A unique bacillus-based seed treatment promises to help improve the establishment and early development of spring cereals. CPM investigates the benefits of new innovation, Surge.
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13th December 2025
The devil’s in the detail
Aside from getting to grips with the nuances of new product launches, growers and agronomists also have a continuous stream of label extensions and guidance adjustments to contend with. CPM shares some of the key…
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10th December 2025
Preserving what’s applied
With a host of geopolitical events and external factors creating uncertainty in the fertiliser market, growers are being encouraged to avoid holding back and to press on with orders. However, could the technical and financial…
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Machinery
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5th January 2026
Fifteen-year foundation
Claas entered the 300+hp conventional tractor sector 15 years ago with its Axion 900. After an interim update and development of a rear track option, there’s now a new Axion 9 range, boldly described as…
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5th January 2026
Drill developments aplenty at Agritechnica
Agritechnica saw many of the multinational manufacturers who distribute their drills in the UK announce new features, models and ranges of note to farmers here. From piggyback machines to large trailed seeders, CPM selects some…
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10th December 2025
A brand-new LAMMA
With a fresh format set for LAMMA 2026, visitors to the two-day machinery show will have access to more innovation, information and expertise than ever before. CPM finds out who and what will be making…
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Roots
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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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3rd October 2025
Honing in on potato heritage
A study claims to have solved the mystery of how potatoes evolved, and critically, the findings could help plant breeders to improve the drought tolerance of the crop. CPM takes a closer look.
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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.
Rotations
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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…
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30th December 2025
Theory to Field: Seeding the future of variety use
Two new projects are aiming to help both the industry and growers think differently when it comes to how varieties are selected and then utilised on-farm. CPM reveals the details…
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28th December 2025
Keeping track of the market
As growers face continued lower grain prices, strategies are having to shift towards reducing losses, rather than waiting for gains. CPM investigates trackers, and the role they can play in managing grain marketing risk in…
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28th December 2025
Shaping up for spring – fresh options and market drivers for 2026
As growers start looking at their spring 2026 rotations, shifting market expectations, tightening sustainability requirements and renewed demand for alternative break crops are reshaping the decisions ahead. CPM explores options that could provide resilience and…
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31st October 2025
Stacking the system: the technical case for mixed farming
As pressures mount on arable businesses to improve resilience, reduce costs and integrate environmental outcomes, mixed farming systems are seeing renewed interest. CPM speaks to one Staffordshire farmer balancing beef and combinable crops in a…
Varieties
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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.
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30th July 2025
Standing out from the crowd
In a year where growers are spoilt for choice with the number of new winter feed barley varieties available, it takes a combination of strong characteristics to stand out. CPM takes a closer look at…
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30th July 2025
Creating a sparkle in the North
Commended for its significantly improved distilling quality and potential alcohol yield per tonne, candidate variety Sparkler is catching attention. CPM investigates why this wheat could prove a gem for northern growers.
Rural
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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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20th August 2025
Worming the way up the agenda
While earthworms have become a key indicator when it comes to soil health, according to researchers, there’s still work to be done to increase monitoring on-farm. CPM speaks to agricultural soil scientist Dr Jackie Stroud,…
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