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Secondary legislation for precision-bred crops welcomed by major project
The government’s commitment to deliver the secondary legislation required for farmers to grow precision-bred crops has been welcomed by a major…
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British Sugar sees most productive festive period in six years
British Sugar has confirmed that over five million tonnes of sugar beet has now been sliced at its factories, making it the most productive period…
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Syngenta to use 'full power of AI' for new biostimulants
Syngenta and a UK artificial intelligence company are combining forces to use the 'full power of AI' for the development of new biostimulants. The…
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First UK case of glyphosate resistance confirmed on Kent farm
A glyphosate-resistant population of Italian ryegrass has been confirmed on a farm in Kent, researchers have announced. This is the first field…
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Government confirms timetable to implement precision breeding rules
The government has confirmed that the legislation needed to implement new precision breeding rules will be introduced to parliament by the end of…
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Hunt continues for oilseed grower to join AHDB's RL team
The hunt continues for an oilseed grower to join AHDB's influential Recommended Lists (RL) crop committee, with the deadline to apply set for Friday…
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NFU Sugar raises concerns over Defra's complete neonic ban
NFU Sugar has raised concerns over plans to introduce a ban on neonicotinoids which have previously been granted for use under emergency…
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Biostimulants boost blight threatened potatoes, trials conclude
Trials have revealed how the application of silicon biostimulants can have a positive effect on potato yields and improve the crop's natural defence…
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Farmers needed for trials looking to unlock legume benefits
Scientists at the James Hutton Institute are seeking input from farmers for new trials that aim to measure legume-related benefits. The project…
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Labour set to completely ban use of three neonicotinoids
A complete ban on the use of three neonicotinoids has moved a step closer today as the government sets out its plans to deliver its election pledge…
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