18th October 2026
Learning from adversity
What observations are there from a challenging season that may help growers to be better prepared for 2027 and beyond? CPM speaks to two crop variety experts for their thoughts on the options.
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Varieties
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16th September 2026
Strength in diversity
Having recently gained national recognition for his approach to soil management, Devon mixed farmer Paul Baker is proving that strengthening an arable system doesn’t have to mean spending more. From variety blends and heritage genetics…
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27th August 2026
Sprinting to the finish line with Pace
Neither a true winter or spring variety, STR Pace is a high-yielding Group 1 option that delivers the best of both worlds. CPM uncovers what makes this Sprinter wheat stand out, and why it’s causing…
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3rd August 2026
Upping the ante in oats
As Senova continues to dominate the winter oats Recommended List, can its latest offering finally entice growers away from stalwart Mascani and add much-desired diversity into the market? CPM reveals why hopes are high for…
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3rd August 2026
Top of the class
Having topped the latest AHDB Recommended List for gross output, DSV’s Dompteur has quickly attracted attention. CPM reveals more about this high performing oilseed rape variety.
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1st August 2026
Challenging the norm and defying the odds
Two new high-yielding Group 4 wheat varieties are fighting for prime positions to become the latest on-farm favourites. CPM takes a look at the stats for LG Defiance and LG Challenger.
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1st August 2026
Looking beyond yield
With wheat continuing to underpin many arable rotations, variety choice remains one of the most important decisions growers make. But as disease pressures evolve, premiums fluctuate and weather extremes become more common, is the highest-yielding…
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22nd July 2026
Resistance without compromise?
As growers balance disease risk, input costs and changing stewardship requirements, genetics are becoming an increasingly important part of the BYDV conversation. In its latest survey, CPM finds out how much virus risk is influencing…
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24th June 2026
Research identifies germination genes
Scientists have identified the gene complex which controls germination in cereal crops, believing it could help to develop varieties that are more resilient to climatic extremes. CPM takes a look at pre-harvest sprouting and how…
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24th June 2026
More than just a barn-filler
Combining feed-level yields with the potential of a milling premium, a new Group 2 wheat from KWS has been developed to build on the strengths of Extase while refining the package further for UK growers.…
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23rd June 2026
Seeding success for consistent results
With each season as unpredictable as the next, consistency of performance is an increasingly critical factor when it comes to what an oilseed rape variety offers a grower. CPM reveals why focus is shifting away…
