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Limited arrivals bring boost to AHDB’s Recommended Lists 2023/2024
AHDB’s Recommended Lists for cereals and oilseeds (RL) 2023/24 features new varieties that deliver large yield increases, especially in barley and…
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Defra raises seed potato derogation granted to Canada with EU
The government has acted on requests that it seek the same derogations for Scottish seed potatoes that allowed imports to the EU from parts of…
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New gene discovery sows hope of drought resilient wheat
Reduced height, or semi-dwarf, wheat varieties with improved drought resilience may soon be grown in fields across the globe following a major UK…
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NFU calls for urgent clarity on future of seasonal workers scheme
Growers are being urged to sign an NFU letter to the immigration minister highlighting concerns over visas for seasonal farm workers. The letter…
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15% uplift in veg performance with biochar and compost added to soil
Adding biochar charcoal to a low nutrient compost has been shown to increase vegetable performance by an average of 14.8% over two growing seasons in…
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NFU Scotland withdraws support for AHDB's digital grain passports
NFU Scotland has withdrawn its support for AHDB's digital grain passport proposal due to concerns over value for money and further cost increases…
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Favourable autumn conditions see rise in winter cropping
This year’s Early Bird Survey of growers' planting intentions indicates a continuation in the rise of winter cropping for harvest 2023. These are…
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Nine new Scottish monitor farms pledge to optimise production
Nine new farms will take part in the monitor farm programme in Scotland to promote sustainable innovation and transformational change in the…
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Growers 'fear for future' as costs and labour shortages worsen
Growers across the country are 'fearing for their future' as escalating costs and ongoing workforce shortages continue to impact the horticulture…
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UK researchers develop new drought resistant strain of vital crop
British researchers have developed a new drought resistant strain of pearl millet to help farmers prepare for weather disruptions. The crop…
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