Crops and Soils
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Pests in spring oilseed rape, June 2019
There is a threat from pollen beetles this season, as they start to move off the winter crop at the end of flowering. Spring oilseed rape at green-yellow bud is…
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Check for aphids in winter wheat, June 2019
Check the ears of wheat up to GS73 for aphids. If two-thirds of heads are infested then consider an aphicide. Bear in mind that grain aphids may well be resistant…
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North East Discussion Group Meeting 1 (Inverurie)
A meeting not to be missed by any organic farmer. We are now into our third year of successful meetings. For this meeting we are making a return visit to…
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Carbon audits – your guide to efficiency and performance
Apply for a carbon audit to improve the technical performance and efficiency of your farming business In addition to being more environmentally sustainable, farms with a low carbon footprint are…
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Bunds, Bio-filters and Bio-beds – the thrills and spills of Pesticide Handling Areas – Mintlaw
Having a dedicated Pesticide Handling Area can avoid this by providing a bunded area which can hold contaminated liquid and also provide an area whereby filling and washing can be undertaken safely and without risk to the environment. Join us on 10 July to learn more.
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NE Scotland Arable & Grassland Trials Event & Arable Market Update – Kinellar
We are pleased to invite you to attend the North East Scotland Arable & Grassland trials open evening at Kinellar. This evening meeting will start with a barbeque and presentation…
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Women in Agriculture Lanarkshire: Grassland and Soils
At this first Women in Agriculture event of the new session, we will focus on soils and grassland. Grass is the most important crop on any farm and is quite…
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Adapting to Climate Change in the Arable Sector – Montrose
Climate change is happening and the effects of which are continued to be felt within the arable sector. You are invited to attend an Adapting to Climate Change in the…
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The Ground Preparation Contractor – Preparing for woodland planting
Fail to prepare, prepare to fail. This old advice could be applied to any project but it’s particularly true for woodland planting. Creating a favourable growing environment for young trees…
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The Fencing Contractor – fencing woodlands
Fencing can be one of the most costly parts of creating a new woodland but getting it right is worth the investment to ensure the young trees get the best…
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