Content related to the topic: barley

14 August 2026

Historically low yields mean harvest 2026 continues to disappoint

Farmers continue to see disappointing yields as harvest progresses across the UK, our latest report reveals.

11 August 2026

Test farm-saved seed to avoid a false economy

Emma Willis explains how to avoid the common pitfalls associated with this home-saved cereal seed.

31 July 2026

2026 harvest earliest in at least 20 years, first report reveals

Our first harvest report highlights how another year of exceptionally hot and dry weather has resulted in the earliest harvest since our records began in 2006.

30 June 2026

Crop ratings slip after dry spring, but harvest hope remains

Our final crop development report of 2026 shows that a dry spring has reduced crop condition ratings across much of the UK.

22 June 2026

What does climate change mean for UK arable farms?

We explore how extreme weather impacts crops and the steps to mitigate climate risks.

11 June 2026

Get early insight into crop variety performance with RL harvest results

Find out how to get RL harvest results and why you shouldn’t just look at your nearest trial site.

9 June 2026

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

Our latest Planting and Variety Survey, the first post-planting estimates of GB cropped areas for harvest 2026, reveals a marked change in the balance of crops planted across the UK in 2026.

2 June 2026

Crop ratings fall after dry April and May

Prolonged dry weather through May has placed significant pressure on UK crop conditions, with both winter and spring crops affected.

22 May 2026

Management of Wheat dwarf virus (WDV) in cereals

Wheat dwarf virus (WDV) is spread by a relatively new leafhopper species in the UK. Find out about the pest species, virus symptoms and infection-risk management.

27 April 2026

Why are high doses bad news for fungicide resistance?

Ellie Dearlove explains why the best dose to counter pesticide resistance depends on whether the target is a weed, a pest or a disease.

17 April 2026

Nitrogen nuance: Drier March tempers excess winter rainfall

Jason Pole examines the final excess winter rainfall (EWR) data.

10 April 2026

Navigating nitrogen: Crop considerations

Fertiliser prices are on the rise. Use our products, tools and services to navigate nutrient needs for cereals and oilseeds.