Nutrition

AHDB Agronomy Conference 2026

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:34:40 GMT

Join us for the 20th AHDB Agronomy Conference for our evidence-based research insights that can inform on-farm decision-making.

Technical experts will showcase the latest findings from AHDB-funded research on a wide range of topics, including:

Diseases (including the launch of the latest fungicide performance data)
Pests
Weeds
Nutrient management
Soil health
Recommended Lists
SFI

Whether you advise growers, manage a farm business or make technical decisions, this event will give you the knowledge and confidence to support productive, profitable and resilient farming systems.

BASIS and NRoSO points applied for

Emma Willis
Head of Arable Agronomy – Engagement Team (Cereals & Oilseeds)

Pilton Monitor Farm: Unlocking the value of organic manures

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:55:33 GMT

Join us at Pilton Monitor Farm to discuss all things organic manures and crop nutrition.

Find out the results from the first year of N-Sensor trials with host farmers Neil and Michael Christensen and Hutchinsons agronomist Adam North, and explore how organic nutrient sources can support both productivity and profitability on farm.

What the meeting will cover:

First-year findings from the N-Sensor trials
Supporting better nutrient management decisions
The true costs of using organic manures and potential fertiliser cost savings
Logistics of sourcing, storing and applying manures and collaboration
Sources of support and advice available to farmers on using manures and staying compliant

BASIS and NROSO points available and lunch will be provided.

Zoe Kingham
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Cumbria: Nutrient management planning

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:58:38 GMT

Nutrient management is more important than ever – is your farm business up to scratch?

This informative and engaging event will equip you with the latest insights, developments and tools to ensure your nutrient management planning is on top form.

What to expect:

Focussed content with a regional context
A guided nutrient management planning workshop with Mark Taylor
The latest policy changes important to you, with on-farm actions
Insights on the latest tools and services helping you take nutrient management to the next level

As part of this event, we are offering a free slurry or manure analysis for up to 10 attendees. This offer is available on a first come, first served basis. If you wish to claim your analysis, please ensure that you email craig.patrick@ahdb.org.uk to enquire once you have registered for the event.

This event is free to attend. Lunch will be provided and refreshments will be available throughout. BASIS and NRoSO points will also be available.

Craig Patrick
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

Innovation sites: A fresh take on Monitor Farms

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:33:37 GMT

Innovation sites: A fresh take on Monitor Farms

The increasing digital reach of the Nutrient Management Guide – RB209

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:40:36 GMT

The increasing digital reach of the Nutrient Management Guide – RB209

Digging deeper: Understanding soils for crop performance and long-term resilience

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:42:58 GMT

Soil is one of the farm's most valuable assets, influencing crop performance, nutrient availability, resilience to weather extremes and long-term profitability.

Join us with Liz Stockdale, NIAB for an interactive AHDB field event exploring how to:

Assess soil condition
Understand the relationship between soil chemistry and plant nutrition
Identify practical management changes that support healthier soils

Through a combination of field-based demonstrations, discussion and technical insight, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how soil structure, biology, pH and redox conditions influence nutrient cycling, root development and crop performance

Whether you are looking to improve nutrient use efficiency, build resilience into cropping systems or better understand the processes occurring beneath the soil surface, this event will provide practical take-home messages that can be applied on farm.

Key learning outcomes:

Assess soil structure and function in the field
Understand how soil conditions influence nutrient availability and uptake
Explore the role of pH and redox processes in crop nutrition
Identify practical management actions that support soil health and productivity
Improve decision-making around cultivation, nutrition and organic matter management

Please register to book your place.

A light buffet lunch will be provided at The Vine.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available.

David Hunter
Senior Knowledge Exchange Manager - National Engagement - Cereals & Oilseeds

Finger on the pulse: The truth about peas, beans and other legumes

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:48:46 GMT

Finger on the pulse: The truth about peas, beans and other legumes

Economics of growing UK milling wheat

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:22:28 GMT

Economics of growing UK milling wheat

Testing smarter nitrogen approaches at Strategic Cereal Farms

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:45:21 GMT

Testing smarter nitrogen approaches at Strategic Cereal Farms

Management of milling wheat

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:15:46 GMT

Management of milling wheat

Why are high doses bad news for fungicide resistance?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:05:44 GMT

Why are high doses bad news for fungicide resistance?

Nitrogen nuance: Drier March tempers excess winter rainfall

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:25:44 GMT

Nitrogen nuance: Drier March tempers excess winter rainfall

ADAS Summer Open Day with AHDB

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:23:48 GMT

Join ADAS and AHDB at Hereford Monitor Farm, Garnstone Farms, to see plot demonstrations and discuss crop nutrition, weed control and disease management.

We'll share technical updates and experts will discuss each demonstration and provide insights into the wheat variety resistance ratings.

Demonstrations will focus on:

Full winter wheat Recommended List with candidates
Wheat disease management
Crop nutrition
Cover crop herbicide screen

We’ll provide refreshments and lunch, so please register in advance so we know the numbers for catering.

Aaron Cantrill
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

End-use groups and specifications for milling wheat

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:18:47 GMT

End-use groups and specifications for milling wheat

Assessment of milling wheat varieties

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:04:51 GMT

Assessment of milling wheat varieties

Navigating nitrogen: Crop considerations

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:45:23 GMT

Navigating nitrogen: Crop considerations

Latest edition of Nutrient Management Guide RB209 now available

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:47:42 GMT

Latest edition of Nutrient Management Guide RB209 now available

Order your copy of RB209 2026

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:59:29 GMT

Order your copy of RB209 2026

Optimising nitrogen use: Camborne Monitor Farm

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:03:55 GMT

Join us at Cornhill Farm for a practical update on improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE). We’ll explore how to decide what to apply, when to apply it and at what rate, with the aim of improving margins and environmental outcomes.

What to expect

Hear from host farmer Pete Olds and agronomist Andy Finnamore
Demonstration of the recently fitted Yara N-Sensor with Taylored Agri
Discussion on timing and rate of nitrogen applications
Review of monitoring tools, including cab mounted NIRS, satellite scans, drone over flights and tissue testing methodologies
Open discussion on what works and how to test approaches through the season

A light buffet lunch will be provided.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available.

Other events in the optimising nitrogen use series

24.06.26 Optimising nitrogen use: Pilton Monitor Farm

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Optimising nitrogen use: Pilton Monitor Farm

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:09:06 GMT

Join us at Steanbow Farm for a practical update on improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE). We’ll explore how to decide what to apply, when to apply it and at what rate, with the aim of improving margins and environmental outcomes.

What to expect

Hear from host farmer Mike Christensen and agronomist Adam North
Demonstration of the recently fitted Yara N-Sensor with Taylored Agri
Discussion on timing and rate of nitrogen applications
Review of monitoring tools, including cab mounted NIRS, satellite scans, drone over flights and tissue testing methodologies
Open discussion on what works and how to test approaches through the season

A light buffet lunch will be provided.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available.

Other events in the optimising nitrogen use series

23.06.26 Optimising nitrogen use: Camborne Monitor Farm

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds