Natural resources

Soil organisms stabilise soil structure

21 November 2023

Soil organisms stabilise soil structure

Soil organisms help bind soil into stable aggregates.

The soil food web and nutrient cycling

21 November 2023

The soil food web and nutrient cycling

Soils contain a very high diversity of organisms. These soil organisms interact with one another and the chemical and physical properties of the soil to drive soil processes.

The functions of soil biology

28 April 2026

The functions of soil biology

Soil biology drives soil functions – find out more.

Natural resource capture and conversion by cereal crops

4 January 2023

Natural resource capture and conversion by cereal crops

How crops convert solar energy, carbon dioxide and water into edible and other forms of biomass/energy.

Making better conserved forage campaign – Does CTF have a role in silage fields?

27 March 2026

Making better conserved forage campaign – Does CTF have a role in silage fields?

With at least an estimated 85% of the area of a field covered every year by tractor tyres, the potential impact of compaction from machinery on yield can be significant.

Stepping forward into regenerative agriculture

23 January 2026

Stepping forward into regenerative agriculture

AHDB Knowledge Exchange Manager Teresa Meadows looks closer at the technique with no ‘easy button’ (blog)

Environment events archive

15 January 2024

Environment events archive

Watch our latest environment webinars

Net zero: a glossary of terms

25 March 2025

Net zero: a glossary of terms

A glossary of terms relating to carbon and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions

Net zero: agriculture and carbon

14 October 2026

Net zero: agriculture and carbon

Carbon has become shorthand for greenhouse gases – a range of natural gases and particles – mostly water vapour and carbon dioxide, including dust.

Environment FAQs for farming, growing and the industry

20 July 2023

Environment FAQs for farming, growing and the industry

From climate change to biodiversity, our list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) cover a wide range of topics on the environment.

Green manures – species selection

3 September 2020

Green manures – species selection

Green manures, also referred to as fertility building crops, may be broadly defined as crops grown for the benefit of the soil. There is a wide range of species that can be drawn upon, each with their particular qualities and this factsheet aims to help growers select the most appropriate green manures to fit various roles.

Green manures – implications of economic and environmental benefits on rotational management

3 September 2020

Green manures – implications of economic and environmental benefits on rotational management

Green manures, also referred to as fertility building crops, may broadly be defined as crops grown for the benefit of the soil. This factsheet aims to help growers appreciate the financial implications of their use and the potential for computer models to help integrate them effectively into rotations. 

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