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20% reduction in plant protection products
Almost 20% of the plant protection products currently available in Ireland will be removed from…
Insect-based animal feed could ‘transform food production’
As population levels rise, it is expected that fish and poultry consumption will increase,…
UK exports beef to the US for first time in over 20 years
The news means the sector can now begin to reap the economic benefits of…
How we can cut dairy emissions without cutting down on dairy
However, consumers won’t necessarily need to curb their love of all things dairy, as fewer…
Potential COVID-19 Vaccine Powered By Agriculture
A tree you’ve never heard of could be the key to a novel COVID-19 vaccine.…
Plant-based agriculture is better for the whole of society
I soon became aware of the enormous pressures that exist in dairy farming. The staff…
Metaldehyde slug pellets to be banned from spring 2022
Defra farm minister Victoria Prentis said the decision to ban the use of the pesticide…
Farmers to plant more soybeans next year, stand pat on corn
Recent increases in market prices are making soybeans more attractive, and farmers will respond by…
Seed dressings play an important role in establishment
Keeping disease at bay from day one allows plants to improve establishment, rooting and foliage…
UCC launches new grad development programme for leadership in agri-food
UCC noted that, while larger agri-food businesses have their own development programmes for graduates, small…
Overview global pear market
Countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium and France record either stability in the volumes or…
Grassland management: Turning attentions back to building covers
The task of building covers went fully on the backburner, as attentions turned to ensuring…
EU seeks feedback on ‘long-term vision’ for rural areas
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on its new initiative for a long-term…
Could drones play a part in sheep management?
The ‘Drones for monitoring sheep welfare’ pilot project is being conducted by a Best Wool…
A novel algorithm for enhanced crop productivity
Microbes always exist in communities. They are also used in commercial applications. In industries like…
