Break Crops

Is forage maize a good spring cropping option on arable farms?

N.Ireland

Is forage maize a good spring cropping option on arable farms?

Co. Down arable farmer, Allan Chambers, dedicates one third of his 360ac farm to forage maize production on an annual basis.

Can cool, dry spring conditions coalesce to boost winter cereal yields?

N.Ireland

Can cool, dry spring conditions coalesce to boost winter cereal yields?

Co. Down cereal grower, Allan Chambers believes that cool, dry weather conditions at this time of the year can boost winter cereal yields.

Payment to grow legumes could be on the way

Arable

Payment to grow legumes could be on the way

Legumes, such as peas and beans, could be the missing link in most crop rotations