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Pests

‘Strongest set’ of oilseed rape pest management strategies released

N.Ireland

1 year ago

‘Strongest set’ of oilseed rape pest management strategies released

The further we get into the summer, the warmer temperatures will become, and the higher the risk of pest problems and diseases among crops.

Cameras reveal a world of pests and their predators in oilseed rape crops

Arable

1 year ago

Cameras reveal a world of pests and their predators in oilseed rape crops

Oilseed rape is regarded as a ‘go-to’ break crop within Irish tillage rotations. But like many other brassicas, it can attract numerous pests.

Defra allocates £4m to tackle threats to tree health

Forestry

2 years ago

Defra allocates £4m to tackle threats to tree health

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced £4 million in funding...

Bats can be ‘valuable allies’ for farmers by eating pests – study

Agri-Business

2 years ago

Bats can be ‘valuable allies’ for farmers by eating pests – study

A study conducted by the University of Oxford has concluded that bats can be “valuable...

Rothamsted study confirms that spring is getting earlier

Environment

7 years ago

Rothamsted study confirms that spring is getting earlier

Courtesy of a 50-year study, scientists at Rothamsted Research have confirmed that spring is getting earlier each year.

Environment

10 years ago

New rules to curb the influx of pests into the EU

New EU rules to curb the influx of pests, caused by increased trade and climate change have been agreed.

New rules to curb the influx of pests into the EU

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