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²ÝÁñÉçÇø were advised to remain vigilant as a once localised, coastal pest is travelling further afield into the UK causing foliage and root damage to sugar beet.

The fava bean could make a comeback in farmer’s fields and shopping baskets, as Tesco and its suppliers trial the use of the crop across a host of different product ranges and ingredients.

Welsh farms have significantly increased farmland bird populations since growing seed-bearing cover crops and providing supplementary seed feeding stations.

²ÝÁñÉçÇø who want to adopt more sustainable and environmentally friendly farming methods could face lower short-term margins, but the long-term benefits could outweigh the losses, according to the results of a trial in Scotland.

With beet moth damage also causing yellowing in sugar beet crops, British Beet Research Organisation (BBRO) lead scientist warns the disease threat of virus yellows remains.

A farmer-led research project exploring new ways to manage slug damage is seeking ‘Slug Scouts’ who will trap and send in slugs for feeding studies.

As Basis takes over administration of the National Register of Sprayer Operators from City & Guilds some growers are reporting challenges with the transition

As attention turns to spring weed control, grass-weeds are the priority. ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian reports

With the spring season around the corner, Ash Burbidge caught up with a leading agronomist regarding potential issues growers might face.

The Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) has celebrated its tenth birthday and awarded its annual harvest winners, including two world records.