Lightening the load on glyphosate
For many direct drillers, glyphosate remains the cornerstone of successful crop establishment.
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Soils Farmer
Designing machinery around the soil.
Every pass changes the soil. The question is whether that change helps the next crop or simply burns more diesel. That thinking sits behind the design of AMAZONE’s drilling and cultivation machinery. There is no single establishment system that will suit every field, soil type or season. What matters is giving the operator enough control
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A Dispatch from the Front Line: Two Days at the BASE-UK Annual Conference
The annual BASE-UK conference has always been more than just a series of presentations; it is a shared journey for a community united by a shared belief in a different way of farming. This year, under the banner of “Growing without Government Support”, the gathering in Huntingdon felt particularly vital. It was a chance to
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Farmer Focus – Andrew Jackson
It’s the middle of March already; this year is flying by. Even though in my last article I complained bitterly about the drought, the rain that fell in the latter half of 2025 brought our annual rainfall to just above the 30-year average, and of course, there has been an abundance of rainfall at the
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Farming with trees made easier with Agricology
Agroforestry is an agroecological-based approach that combines trees and shrubs with crops, livestock or both, to help create diverse, productive and resilient farming models. Farmers are increasingly looking at integrating trees to help with climate resilience, biodiversity benefits and farm productivity, but knowing where to start can feel daunting. Agricology have produced an online Agroforestry
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Biofungicide performance pilot for wheat
AHDB-funded trials will provide independent information on the potential of biofungicides in winter wheat. Jason Pole, AHDB Technical Content Manager, explains. Options are good for disease management because they provide flexibility, add strength to integrated pest management (IPM) and help reduce fungicide resistance risks. Biofungicides are an emerging area of interest, but they must get
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Government and Defra must regain farmers’ trust
Feb 2026 The apparent lack of understanding of the agricultural sector by government / Defra is making it almost impossible for farmers to operate viable businesses and do their job of feeding the nation, says Suffolk arable farmer Jeff Claydon. 23 February 2026 Since the start of 2026 it has rained virtually every day here
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Can Certification Truly Pay for UK Farmers?
Written by Chris Fellows The term “regenerative agriculture” is on everyone’s lips, from the halls of government to the supermarket aisles. With it comes the tantalising promise of premium prices for our crops and livestock. But as the market floods with a dizzying array of certifications, standards and claims, many of us on the ground
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The Mchanics of Soil
The unseen foundation: decoding the mechanics of your soil Most modern farmers possess an enviable mastery of complex technology. They command massive combines, sophisticated cultivation tools, precision seeders and satellite guided guidance systems with ease. Yet, an alarming number, especially younger generations, possess little true understanding of their most vital asset:the mechanics of the soil
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