Arable
There was a sharp (12%) year-on-year fall in the area of barley for harvest 2026 in Great Britain...
The NFU has called on the UK government to postpone the introduction of CBAM over fears that it might further increase fertiliser prices.
The Soil Association's petition is nearing its signature goal with 60,000 people supporting its campaign to ban glyphosate pre-harvest.
A new study from Rothamsted Research has helped to identify microbial compounds with the potential to become future fungicide leads.
ADAS has launched a new crop rotation planning tool, aimed at helping growers assess the benefits and trade-offs before any cropping changes.
The Agricultural and Horticultural and Development Board has confirmed a general decline in the condition of combinable crops in the UK.
N.Ireland
There is a “shared recognition” across UK farming groups that cereal and arable producers need “practical, clear policies”.
AHDB is confirming the continuing commitment of GB compounders to barley as a constituent of livestock rations.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) has published updated 2025/2026 projections for grain supply and usage in the UK.
The planting of spring crops is now, more or less, finished across Europe, the European Commission has confirmed.
Significant moisture stress is now becoming a challenge in crops across Europe, according to the European Commission.
Global grain consumption will grow in 2026/2027, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Rothamsted Research has drilled the first crop in the UK to receive a Precision Bred Organism (PBO) Release Notice.
An on-farm trial currently underway aims to discover if biochar-based underground drainage systems could help protect peat soils.
Scottish grain producers could benefit from a machinery co-operative network, as a survey has shown that 67% lack access to machinery.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is projecting a decline in global wheat production levels for 2026/2027.
Environment
Field trials have confirmed the environmental risks linked to the conversion of permanent or improved grassland to arable farming.
The Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) has called on the UK government to prioritise access to fuel for the arable sector.
Co. Down arable farmer, Allan Chambers, dedicates one third of his 360ac farm to forage maize production on an annual basis.
Co. Down cereal grower, Allan Chambers believes that cool, dry weather conditions at this time of the year can boost winter cereal yields.
Wilson’s Country is confirming that the first early potatoes will be in shops across Northern Ireland by the middle of June.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming that world grain markets are continuing to gather momentum.
Rural Life
Grain growers in Western Australia and South Australia have been asked to provide evidence of mouse activity.
