Research group calms fears on beet pests

The British Beet Research Organisation says beneficial insects in crops are currently controlling black bean aphids

clock • 2 min read
Beet cyst nematode, leaf miners, tortoise beetles and black bean aphids are among a mix of pests being found in sugar beet
Image:

Beet cyst nematode, leaf miners, tortoise beetles and black bean aphids are among a mix of pests being found in sugar beet

Beet cyst nematode, leaf miners, tortoise beetles and black bean aphids are among a mix of pests being found in sugar beet, but none are currently at a level to cause concern, says the British Beet Research...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

2023 John Deere 6R185 Command Pro 50K

2023 John Deere 6R185 Command Pro 50K

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

2021 John Deere 6155R Ultimate Edition Command Pro

2021 John Deere 6155R Ultimate Edition Command

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

2021 John Deere 6155R 50k Autoquad

2021 John Deere 6155R 50k Autoquad

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

More on Arable

Arable land shows modest increase as supply across the industry remains tight

Arable land shows modest increase as supply across the industry remains tight

Autumn Budget changes constrain sales markets as landowners wait to weigh-up options

clock 22 April 2025 • 2 min read
Managing winter wheat disease risk in Herefordshire with a broad-spectrum approach

Managing winter wheat disease risk in Herefordshire with a broad-spectrum approach

In the second of a three-part series looking at winter wheat, the Crop Doctors visit Herefordshire

clock 19 April 2025 • 3 min read
New research aims to use seaweed to boost soil health

New research aims to use seaweed to boost soil health

Study could increase yields while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilisers

clock 18 April 2025 • 2 min read