November 2021
Trust the science with bio-stimulants
November 4, 2021
Potato specialist discusses the crop health and yield benefits of using a biostimulant containing the protein, Harpin αβ. BIO-stimulants are gaining acceptance among growers as recognition of the role they play in promoting yields through greater nutrient uptake and improved… Read more
Tagged # agronomist, agronomy, biostimulants, crops, experts, farmer, farming, potato, proact, science, trust
Identify your objectives before moving to a biological system
November 3, 2021
The term ‘regenerative agriculture’ has become the latest buzz phrase to sweep through farming. To some, it is a new approach that points to a future where synthetic pesticides and manufactured fertilisers are replaced with a culture of friendly bacteria… Read more
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It’s time for science to take the potato forward
November 3, 2021
The way in which we grow, and store potatoes is changing dramatically, but there is no time to be nostalgic. Nick Winmill a Crop Scientist with more than 35 years of experience in agronomy considers some of the changes still… Read more
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Talking Agronomy with Greg Taylor November 2021
November 2, 2021
So far, at least, this season has been kinder to us than last. A late September drenching brought our earlier drilling to a halt. But this was only temporary. And it really helped our catch and cover crops pick-up. It… Read more
Tagged # agrii agronomist, arable farming, break crops, Cereals, cover crops, crop competition, crop establishment, cultivations, early drilling, fertiliser, Flea Beetle, greg taylor, harvest, how to establish osr, improve soil structure, manure, pre-em, soil health, Soil structure, sustainable farming, talking agronomy, tillage, wheat, when to drill crops, winter cereals, winter crops