Arable

Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are already widely used in farming for everything from localised weather forecasting to crop harvesting, but what role could they play next?

"The sector is hurting as it deals with rising production costs and such poor returns for what should be a premium product in malting barley that so many people enjoy"

Hartpury University is celebrating the success of its student-led cider, now being served on draft at its Legends student Bar and the 4ED Hartpury Stadium.

The integration of agroforestry has been a steep learning curve for organic farmer, Andy Dibben, and now he is hoping to help other growers to master this agroecological approach to crop production

After years of Covid-19, soaring costs and challenging weather, festive staple suppliers are looking forward to a more peaceful Christmas this year

A Cornish farmer is trialling different approaches to improve soil health while reducing erosion and flooding – and using robotics technology to help him measure his success

Regenerative farming is hailed as the answer to many of farming’s problems. But when it comes to arable fields, there’s an elephant in the room

Growers must consider multiple factors including market knowledge, variety, condition and tilling in order to maximise yield

New blight genotypes and another wet spring to contend with - Hutchinsons agronomist, Darryl Shailes give his seasonal overview for potatoes and beet crops

The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has added 14 new peas and beans to its 2025 Descriptive List for pulses.