4th December 2023
Spring cropping: Spring saviours?
With wet weather hammering autumn-sown crops and ground travel remaining limited, spring planting may seem more appealing than ever. CPM looks at different options.
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4th December 2023
AHDB Recommended List: Ring the changes
It’s that time of year again – Christmas is fast approaching and therefore AHDB releases the latest iteration of its Recommended List for cereals and oilseeds. CPM reviews the changes including a BYDV-tolerant six-row hybrid…
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4th December 2023
pH optimisation: Optimising soil pH for the environment
The impact on soil biology of a small deviation from target Ph levels can have a significant effect on the environmental as we move to a more sustainable future, CPM investigates
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4th December 2023
Better buying, better selling: Spreading the risks
Spikes in the price of global grain markets followed by months of decreases have left the market feeling flat, but sitting on grain waiting for more bullish days might not be the answer. CPM takes…
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4th December 2023
Iblon launch event: Intelligent design for new fungicide
While discovering new active ingredients still requires extensive screening, digital tools are set to speed up the process, removing the element of luck. The launch of Bayer’s new fungicide, Iblon, in London marked the first…
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4th December 2023
Wheat through the ages: Exploring the genome
Modern wheat breeding is constantly advancing, bringing yield and agronomic improvements to the table every year, but could looking back at old varieties bring something new to the table? CPM explores at how one scientific…
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4th December 2023
Real Results Pioneers: An honest approach
The risks of growing specialty crops like potatoes are on the rise and the mitigations available are decreasing, meaning tools to help growers maintain yield and marketability of crops are vital. CPM finds out how…
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4th December 2023
Pulse Progress: The quest for home-grown protein
Having addressed substantial energy costs across its poultry and arable enterprises, Woodend Farm in Berwickshire is looking to home-grown pulses to reduce reliance on imported soya. CPM visits to get an insight.
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20th November 2023
Keep chemistry working with adjuvants
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6th November 2023
Salvage options for standing maize in wet conditions
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16th October 2023
Weed control: Companion conservation
Is it possible to successfully companion crop oilseed rape to help control cabbage stem flea beetle and claim SFI payments, while keeping weeds firmly under control? CPM investigates.