Cereals & Oilseeds

Decision support tree for nutrient management following cover crops (desk study)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:18:57 GMT

Decision support tree for nutrient management following cover crops (desk study)

Get early insight into crop variety performance with RL harvest results

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:36:15 GMT

Get early insight into crop variety performance with RL harvest results

Emerging year 1 Environment Baselining Pilot results

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:54:24 GMT

Emerging year 1 Environment Baselining Pilot results

Analyst insight: Will wheat still lead for harvest 2027 gross margins?

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:37:20 GMT

Analyst insight: Will wheat still lead for harvest 2027 gross margins?

AHDB-led pilot shows current soil carbon measurement methodologies may be underestimating carbon stocks by a third or more

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:05:58 GMT

AHDB-led pilot shows current soil carbon measurement methodologies may be underestimating carbon stocks by a third or more

GB barley area hits 16-year low as growers rethink cropping strategies

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:41:29 GMT

GB barley area hits 16-year low as growers rethink cropping strategies

Analyst insight: Mixed outlook for crops as GB barley area falls

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:57:19 GMT

Analyst insight: Mixed outlook for crops as GB barley area falls

The SFI cost/benefit tool

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:45:00 GMT

The SFI cost/benefit tool

Cost/benefit of SFI agroforestry actions

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:44:00 GMT

Cost/benefit of SFI agroforestry actions

AHDB launches new SFI cost/benefit tool for farmers

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:53:09 GMT

AHDB launches new SFI cost/benefit tool for farmers

Crop ratings fall after dry April and May

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:32 GMT

Crop ratings fall after dry April and May

Analyst insight: Dry start to May hits UK crop conditions

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:03:15 GMT

Analyst insight: Dry start to May hits UK crop conditions

From weathering the storm to planning ahead: Turning climate challenge into on-farm action

Fri, 29 May 2026 11:24:29 GMT

From weathering the storm to planning ahead: Turning climate challenge into on-farm action

AHDB at Groundswell 2026

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:34:39 GMT

Join us at Groundswell 2026 to find out how we can support farmers in building resilient, sustainable businesses using practical data-driven insights on farm.

Our seminar programme for both days features sessions spanning arable, livestock, environment and data, alongside interactive formats designed to bring independent research and real on-farm experience to life.

Each seminar lasts around an hour, with times and locations clearly displayed at key locations across the Groundswell site.

So come and visit us at our stand and join the discussion on regenerative agriculture.

Day 1 sessions

11:00am–noon: Not just pretty in a plot trial

Brought to you by AHDB Cereals & Oilseeds

What makes a crop variety succeed with fewer inputs? This session will look at the traits that help crops perform in low and no-input systems, including better resilience and natural weed suppression.

Hear the latest insights from ongoing research, as well as practical discussion on how the Recommended Lists (RL) and wider industry projects are helping drive the shift towards varieties that work harder with less.

1:00–2:00pm: Herbs to herd – multispecies swards for improved performance

Brought to you by AHDB Beef & Lamb

As our climate is changes and the pressure on livestock production increases, our approach to what we grow and why we grow it also needs to change.

We will talk to renowned farmers and industry experts who have learned what works and what doesn’t when it comes to growing multispecies swards and how selecting the right species and mixes can have a major impact on a farm's ability to be more resilient to longer, drier summers and warmer, wetter winters.

We'll also explore how selecting the right multi-species swards can help to improve livestock performance and productivity.

3:00–4:00pm: Baselining and environmental data – what is it and why should I care?

Why is everyone talking about baselining and what are the tangible benefits? We will discuss our Environment Baselining Pilot and how data can be turned into practical decisions on farm.

We will look at what the early pilot findings can tell us, how they have been used at farm level and how we can make better use of existing data to make real change.

4:30–5:30pm: Agrileader Circle of Influence

Featuring respected agricultural influencers, this Circle of Influence discussion will explore key learnings, reflections and highlights from Groundswell and what people are most excited or optimistic about.

5:30pm onwards: Nuffield Farming Scholars reception

We are proud to be hosting the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust reception at our stand, continuing a long-standing partnership that has supported the development of agricultural leaders for more than 15 years.

The reception is open to all Nuffield Scholars, as well as anyone interested in learning more about applying for a Nuffield Scholarship. It will also provide an opportunity to meet and hear from current next generation scholars as they share insights from their ongoing studies and experiences.

3:00pm: Cover crops clinic – the good, the bad and the biological at the Earthworm Arms

An interactive workshop with a chance to drill down into the practical aspects of growing cover crops with AHDB, members of the Cover Crops Guide steering group and research partners from ADAS and PGRO.

You'll have the chance to be involved in up to two discussion groups on the real or perceived problems of growing cover crops, including practical agronomy tips and the wider benefits of growing cover crops beyond ticking the boxes.

Day 2 sessions

10:00–11:00am: Outdoor pigs and regenerative systems

Brought to you by AHDB Pork

How outdoor pig systems, farmyard manure and slurry can contribute to soil health and biodiversity, and the practical challenges of scaling these models.

11.00am–noon: Sustainable Farm Networks discussion group – strategic skills for risky times

The Sustainable Farm Networks initiative brings together farmers who are collectively trying out new things in response to context change and are willing to share their experience.

This session showcases previously tested resilience strategies from across the diverse membership, reflecting how these skills are relevant to current challenges of fertiliser shortage and erratic weather.

Noon–1:00pm: Rethinking nutrient applications

Brought to you by AHDB Dairy

This panel will explore how targeted nutrient application can improve efficiency, resilience and profitability in dairy systems.

Bringing together practical farmer experience and technical insight, speakers will discuss approaches including composted manures, digestate, bio stimulants and foliar applications, alongside practices such as Tow & Fert systems, and how leaf tissue analysis and in-depth soil sampling can measure effective nutrient use.

2:00–3:00pm: Rain, heat, repeat – farming for what’s coming

From soil management and water strategies to crop planning and business adaptation, the session will highlight the tools available and the proactive steps you can take to make your farm more climate resilient.

You'll get a clearer understanding of both the challenges and opportunities of a changing climate, and that to secure our food systems, we must adapt, plan and build resilience into every part of farming.

Book tickets and find out more about this year's Groundswell

Analyst insight: UK grain supplies tightening

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:21:03 GMT

Analyst insight: UK grain supplies tightening

Guidance for buyers on reporting Corn Returns

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:24:43 GMT

Guidance for buyers on reporting Corn Returns

POSTPONED Summer farm walk: North Essex Monitor Farm

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:41:43 GMT

Please note, this event has been postponed and will not be taking place on Friday 3 July.

Look out for details of the rescheduled event.

Join us at Shore Hall Estate for a farm walk and discussion focused on the role of break crops within the rotation.

What we will cover

Take a look around the farm to assess current crop performance
Discuss the practical and financial benefits of different break crop options and explore how they can support weed, pest and disease management, soil health, and overall farm resilience
Share experiences, discuss current challenges, and hear different perspectives on making break crops work within modern arable systems

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Amy Catling
Interim Head of Engagement – Cereals & Oilseeds

Summer farm walk: Norwich Monitor Farm

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:01:59 GMT

Join us for a final event at Norwich Monitor Farm to reflect on the past three years of their Monitor Farm journey.

What we will cover

Discuss key learnings and challenges
Take a walk through the crops to see how the season is progressing
Hear about plans for the future.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Amy Catling
Interim Head of Engagement – Cereals & Oilseeds

Open Farm Sunday celebrates 20 years of connecting people with farming

Fri, 22 May 2026 14:31:39 GMT

Open Farm Sunday celebrates 20 years of connecting people with farming

Huntingdonshire Monitor Farm

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Huntingdonshire Monitor Farm

Cereals & Oilseeds

Decision support tree for nutrient management following cover crops (desk study)

Get early insight into crop variety performance with RL harvest results

Emerging year 1 Environment Baselining Pilot results

Analyst insight: Will wheat still lead for harvest 2027 gross margins?

AHDB-led pilot shows current soil carbon measurement methodologies may be underestimating carbon stocks by a third or more

GB barley area hits 16-year low as growers rethink cropping strategies

Analyst insight: Mixed outlook for crops as GB barley area falls

The SFI cost/benefit tool

Cost/benefit of SFI agroforestry actions

AHDB launches new SFI cost/benefit tool for farmers

Crop ratings fall after dry April and May

Analyst insight: Dry start to May hits UK crop conditions

From weathering the storm to planning ahead: Turning climate challenge into on-farm action

AHDB at Groundswell 2026

Join us at Groundswell 2026 to find out how we can support farmers in building resilient, sustainable businesses using practical data-driven insights on farm.

Day 1 sessions

11:00am–noon: Not just pretty in a plot trial

1:00–2:00pm: Herbs to herd – multispecies swards for improved performance

3:00–4:00pm: Baselining and environmental data – what is it and why should I care?

4:30–5:30pm: Agrileader Circle of Influence

5:30pm onwards: Nuffield Farming Scholars reception

3:00pm: Cover crops clinic – the good, the bad and the biological at the Earthworm Arms

Day 2 sessions

10:00–11:00am: Outdoor pigs and regenerative systems

11.00am–noon: Sustainable Farm Networks discussion group – strategic skills for risky times

Noon–1:00pm: Rethinking nutrient applications

2:00–3:00pm: Rain, heat, repeat – farming for what’s coming

Analyst insight: UK grain supplies tightening

Guidance for buyers on reporting Corn Returns

*POSTPONED* Summer farm walk: North Essex Monitor Farm

Please note, this event has been postponed and will not be taking place on Friday 3 July.

What we will cover

Summer farm walk: Norwich Monitor Farm

Join us for a final event at Norwich Monitor Farm to reflect on the past three years of their Monitor Farm journey.

What we will cover

Open Farm Sunday celebrates 20 years of connecting people with farming

Huntingdonshire Monitor Farm

POSTPONED Summer farm walk: North Essex Monitor Farm