September 1st 2024
With some colour sorters struggling to identify modern grass ergot, it’s time for everyone to find a solution to this problem. As soon as harvest kicked off, we all waited apprehensively to see what curve balls it brought with it. Unfortunately, the word ergot is being heard too much already. We seem to have lived […]
Read moreAugust 1st 2024
Net zero and innovation are commonly-heard buzzwords, but for agriculture to have a bright future, ‘education’ must be added to the list. With the election well behind us, I really wonder how much of any manifesto will ever be fulfilled. Will change happen? And if so, how and what form will it take? UK agriculture […]
Read moreJuly 1st 2024
Growers must be aware of all mycotoxins that have a legislative limit, particularly in years with a wet, slow harvest. When you’re handling grain, do you ever wonder what it may have transferred to your hands, and would you be confident that you could lick your fingers and not have any health side effects? The […]
Read moreJune 3rd 2024
Grain marketing: Feeding the world Despite UK cereal cropping reported to be substantially down this season, growers are advised to not hold out for a price hike when it comes to marketing their grain. CPM finds out why. “Just because the UK crop may be tight this year doesn’t mean prices will go up.” Written […]
Read moreJune 1st 2024
As farmers move away from key crops, those who are tempted to try something new need to understand what impact a stray admix of an allergen could have. It’s almost impossible to go anywhere these days without being asked if you have any dietary requirements. Some may think this is a great step forward, while […]
Read moreMay 6th 2024
Having invested the time and money required to successfully nurture an oilseed rape crop through to flowering, taking an eye off the ball at this stage in the game isn’t an option. CPM investigates the work behind a new management tool to help protect against sclerotinia. “When a lot of cost has already been built into […]
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