13 July 2021

UK cropping intentions shift to spring following delayed autumn planting

An early recording of GB planting intentions for the 2020 harvest suggests a sharp fall in winter crops, largely because of the extremely wet weather throughout the autumn planting window.

3 December 2019

December, fodder for thought

December is the time to measure fodder stocks and analyse forages to make a winter budget to calculate how much and what alternatives are needed.

13 July 2021

Assessing the impact of a washed out October? Analyst Insight

Wet weather has dominated much of the UK since mid-September, causing delays to drilling of winter cereal crops.

18 November 2019

Managing pasture shortage in rotational grazing systems for cattle

If grass growth is not meeting animal demand, it’s important to take action. Read how to build up your grass covers in this section.

27 May 2020

Managing calves in warm/hot weather

In warm or bright conditions, when there is heat and light intensity, calves are at risk of heat stress. During these periods, energy is used to lose heat from the body by sweating and increasing respiratory rate.

24 July 2019

Advice for farmers and growers on water restrictions

Our water resources specialist has provided some advice to help businesses in areas affected by water use restrictions.

18 June 2019

Resources issued to guide management of mycotoxin risks

Calculate rainfall-related mycotoxin scores and target T3 fungicide sprays in wheat

27 June 2024

Oilseeds market outlook

Our analysts look at how the oilseeds market is expected to perform, using the latest available data

8 May 2019

Dry weather drives ‘water savvy’ farming

Below average rainfall is triggering UK farmers and growers to adopt water savvy techniques early in the year, to be prepared should another agricultural drought hit.