Cereals & Oilseeds

Latest edition of Nutrient Management Guide RB209 now available

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:47:42 GMT

Latest edition of Nutrient Management Guide RB209 now available

Lean management workshop: North Yorkshire

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:32:05 GMT

Join us in North Yorkshire, for an engaging and practical session focused on lean management led by consultant Neil Fedden of Fedden USP.

The day will be split into two interactive elements.

In the morning, attendees will take part in a hands-on business simulation workshop to explore the core principles of lean management and how they apply in practice.

In the afternoon, we'll head out on farm for a guided 'waste walk', applying lean thinking in a real-world setting. Working through a specific farm operation, the group will identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement with their newly acquired skills, with the aim of enhancing operational efficiency and delivering better value to the farm business.

By the end of the workshop, attendees will be equipped with their own lean improvement plan and the necessary skills to strengthen their own farm business efficiencies.

Attendance is limited to 20 and lunch will be provided.

To register your interest and secure your booking, please email craig.patrick@ahdb.org.uk.

Craig Patrick
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

Arable Crop Report says prospects are very good despite wet winter

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:57:21 GMT

Arable Crop Report says prospects are very good despite wet winter

UK wheat in best condition since 2023: Grain Market Update

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:39:19 GMT

UK wheat in best condition since 2023: Grain Market Update

Nitrogen fertiliser prices significantly up since the start of the Middle East conflict

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:40:44 GMT

Nitrogen fertiliser prices significantly up since the start of the Middle East conflict

AHDB publishes weekly fertiliser prices during Middle East conflict

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:49:35 GMT

AHDB publishes weekly fertiliser prices during Middle East conflict

New board appointments made as James Standen named Cereals & Oilseeds Sector Council Chair

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:05:33 GMT

New board appointments made as James Standen named Cereals & Oilseeds Sector Council Chair

Plant bio-indicators workshop at Kingsclere Monitor Farm

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:23:20 GMT

Join us at Kingsclere Monitor Farm for a hands on workshop showing how common weeds can act as plant bio-indicators to assess soil health and guide better farm decisions.

What to expect

Dr Chris Maughan and host farmer, Tim May, introduce the concept of plant bio-indicators – the use of naturally occurring weeds to diagnose soil health quickly and cost-effectively
Take part in guided plant ID, group-based field surveys and structured exercises to interpret what plant communities reveal about compaction, nutrient status and wider soil function
With contrasting field sites, real-world examples and expert-led discussion, leave the workshop equipped with simple tools to better understand your soils and inform future management decisions

Whether you're looking to improve crop establishment, refine cultivations or bolster soil resilience, this session offers practical insights you can take straight back to the farm.

This meeing will be begin at the Vine, followed by a farm walk, then returning to the Vine for a light lunch.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing.

BASIS & NRoSO points are available

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Analyst insight: H&I usage continues to drop with a stable feed sector

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:45:44 GMT

Analyst insight: H&I usage continues to drop with a stable feed sector

Order your copy of RB209 2026

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:59:29 GMT

Order your copy of RB209 2026

Optimising nitrogen use: Camborne Monitor Farm

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:03:55 GMT

Join us at Cornhill Farm for a practical update on improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE). We’ll explore how to decide what to apply, when to apply it and at what rate, with the aim of improving margins and environmental outcomes.

What to expect

Hear from host farmer Pete Olds and agronomist Andy Finnamore
Demonstration of the recently fitted Yara N-Sensor with Taylored Agri
Foliar nutrition and biostimulant guidance from Hutchinsons specialist Trevor Smith
Discussion on timing and rate of nitrogen applications
Review of monitoring tools, including cab mounted NIRS, satellite scans, drone over flights and tissue testing methodologies
Open discussion on what works and how to test approaches through the season

A light buffet lunch will be provided.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available.

Other events in the optimising nitrogen use series

24.06.26 Optimising nitrogen use: Pilton Monitor Farm

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Optimising nitrogen use: Pilton Monitor Farm

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:09:06 GMT

Join us at Steanbow Farm for a practical update on improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE). We’ll explore how to decide what to apply, when to apply it and at what rate, with the aim of improving margins and environmental outcomes.

What to expect

Hear from host farmer Mike Christensen and agronomist Adam North
Demonstration of the recently fitted Yara N-Sensor with Taylored Agri
Foliar nutrition and biostimulant guidance from Hutchinsons specialist Trevor Smith
Discussion on timing and rate of nitrogen applications
Review of monitoring tools, including cab mounted NIRS, satellite scans, drone over flights and tissue testing methodologies
Open discussion on what works and how to test approaches through the season

A light buffet lunch will be provided.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available.

Other events in the optimising nitrogen use series

23.06.26 Optimising nitrogen use: Camborne Monitor Farm

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Fungicide resistance: Septoria status and spray strategies

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:06:20 GMT

Fungicide resistance: Septoria status and spray strategies

Talking Leaders: Leadership lessons from a diversified farm

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:18:15 GMT

Discover how clear values, strong decision-making and a focus on profit, resilience, enjoyment and sustainability can guide people and their enterprises and what it takes to lead a future-fit farming business.

Jamie Butler of Meon Springs farms in Hampshire, but he grows more than crops and livestock.

Farming 1,200 acres with 400 dairy cows, alongside ventures including trout fishing, glamping, self-storage and corporate events, Jamie will share honest insights on what effective leadership looks like in a complex, diversified business.

Submit questions on the day or send them through in advance to: mark.campbell@ahdb.org.uk

Find out more about our AgriLeader activities and other Talking Leaders broadcasts

Arable Market Report – 30 March 2026

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:13:51 GMT

Arable Market Report – 30 March 2026

Arable Market Report – 23 March 2026

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:13:51 GMT

Arable Market Report – 23 March 2026

We need your views on how cover crops impact weeds

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:15:08 GMT

We need your views on how cover crops impact weeds

AHDB welcomes publication of England's first Land Use Framework

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:58:58 GMT

AHDB welcomes publication of England's first Land Use Framework

Middle East conflict: Impacts and implications for UK farmers

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:39:10 GMT

Middle East conflict: Impacts and implications for UK farmers

Arable Market Report – 16 March 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:09:40 GMT

Arable Market Report – 16 March 2026