Oilseed rape drillers warned to brace for high slug pressure

Wet weather over the past month has provided good conditions for oilseed rape establishment, but growers tempted to drill early should prepare for high slug pressure

clock • 1 min read
Oilseed rape drillers warned to brace for high slug pressure

Hampshire independent agronomist Steve Cook, advises growers to set slug traps at the time of drilling and to be primed to apply pellets if there is evidence of slug activity. Mini pellets ...

To continue reading this article...

Join Farmers Guardian

  • Farmers Guardian is the ultimate resource for farmers, providing unparalleled coverage of the key issues and trends affecting the agricultural industry.
  • Real-Time Updates: Get the latest news and analysis on what's happening in the agricultural sector right now. From market trends to technological advancements.
  • Expert Insights for Smart Decision Making: We provide in-depth articles and features designed to help you navigate the ever-changing agricultural landscape. From crop management techniques to livestock breeding strategies, our goal is to arm you with the tools you need for profitable farming.
  • Join the Farmers Guardian community today and unlock a world of knowledge and opportunities for your agricultural business. We are dedicated to supporting farmers like you, and our mission is to empower you with the information and resources needed to thrive.

Register now Become a member

 

Already a member?

Login

NOVA RED White Star & Purebreds

NOVA RED White Star & Purebreds

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

Turkey Growers

Turkey Growers

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

More on Arable

Smallest OSR harvest for 40 years

Smallest OSR harvest for 40 years

The wheat crop was 21% less than last year and the five-year average

clock 19 October 2024 • 2 min read
Growers urged to consider herbicide compatibility when companion cropping

Growers urged to consider herbicide compatibility when companion cropping

Winter wheat growers considering companion cropping this autumn need to be aware of herbicide compatibility and machinery requirements.

clock 09 October 2024 • 2 min read
M&S becomes first retailer to farm and sell low carbon parsnips

M&S becomes first retailer to farm and sell low carbon parsnips

Retailer unveils vegetable crop grown by robots and monitored by drones

clock 07 October 2024 • 2 min read