https://ahdb.org.uk:443/sectors/cereals-oilseedsCereals & Oilseedshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/ahdb-and-harper-adams-summer-open-day<h6>Join AHDB and Harper Adams at Harper Adams University in Shropshire to see the Recommended Lists plot demonstrations and Variety Blends trial.</h6> <h2>Demonstrations will focus on:</h2> <ul> <li>The full winter wheat Recommended Lists trials</li> <li>The Variety Blends research project trials</li> <li>The PhD trial</li> <li>An optional additional tour of the vineyard and regenerative trial</li> </ul> <p>Experts will be on hand to discuss each demonstration and provide insights into the wheat variety resistance ratings.</p> <p>We&rsquo;ll provide refreshments and lunch, so please make sure to register for catering numbers.</p> <p>Please bring suitable footwear and clothing.&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="https://projectblue.blob.core.windows.net/media/Default/Staff%20Bio/cereals%20and%20oilseeds/Aaron%20Cantrill.jpg" alt="" width="143" height="148" /></p> <p><a href="https://ahdb.org.uk/Staff/aaron-cantrill">Aaron Cantrill<br /></a><a href="https://ahdb.org.uk/Staff/aaron-cantrill">Knowledge Exchange Manager &ndash; Cereals &amp; Oilseeds</a></p>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:39:42 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/ahdb-and-harper-adams-summer-open-dayhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-plannerClimate resilience on-farm action plannerWed, 06 May 2026 16:12:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-plannerhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/how-one-farmer-rethought-his-system-for-a-changing-climateHow one farmer rethought his system for a changing climateWed, 06 May 2026 16:08:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/how-one-farmer-rethought-his-system-for-a-changing-climatehttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/management-of-milling-wheatManagement of milling wheatWed, 06 May 2026 10:15:46 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/management-of-milling-wheathttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/sioe-deithiol-llinell-sylfaen-yr-amgylchedd-2026Sioe Deithiol Llinell Sylfaen yr Amgylchedd 2026Wed, 06 May 2026 08:41:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/sioe-deithiol-llinell-sylfaen-yr-amgylchedd-2026https://ahdb.org.uk:443/farmbench-closing-faqsFarmbench closure FAQsTue, 05 May 2026 08:07:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/farmbench-closing-faqshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/uk-winter-cereal-conditions-decline-after-drier-april-grain-market-updateUK winter cereal conditions decline after drier April: Grain market updateFri, 01 May 2026 11:06:59 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/uk-winter-cereal-conditions-decline-after-drier-april-grain-market-updatehttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-wetter-autumns-winters-and-extreme-rainfallClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): Wetter autumns/winters and extreme rainfallTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:05:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-wetter-autumns-winters-and-extreme-rainfallhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-storms-and-windClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): Storms and windTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:05:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-storms-and-windhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-rising-sea-levelsClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): Rising sea levelsTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:05:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-rising-sea-levelshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-drier-spring-summers-and-low-rainfallClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): Drier spring/summers and low rainfallTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:04:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-drier-spring-summers-and-low-rainfallhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-winter-temperaturesClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): Winter temperaturesTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:04:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-winter-temperatureshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-high-summer-temperatures-heat-extremesClimate resilience on-farm action planner (cereals): High summer temperatures/heat extremesTue, 28 Apr 2026 12:02:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-high-summer-temperatures-heat-extremeshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/talking-leaders-the-outsider-s-advantage-rethinking-leadership-in-farming-and-growing<h6>John Walgate is the Chief Executive of the <a href="https://britishgrowers.org/" target="_blank" title="British Growers Association">British Growers Association</a>. Representing the voice of UK horticulture,&nbsp;he'll&nbsp;share insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the sector &ndash; from labour and policy to productivity and long-term sustainability.</h6> <p>Expect an honest, strategic perspective on what it takes to lead and represent a critical part of UK food production.</p> <p>Submit questions on the day or&nbsp;send them through in advance to:<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:mark.campbell@ahdb.org.uk">mark.campbell@ahdb.org.uk</a>&nbsp;</p> <h2>John Walgate</h2> <p>John is a qualified accountant by profession, with the majority of his career in senior leadership positions within the pet food manufacturing industry, supplying both branded and private label produce and all the major grocery retailers.</p> <p>He was also a director for over ten years and past chairman of the UK pet food manufacturers trade body, UK Pet Food, and represented the UK on the European body.</p> <p>As CEO of the British Growers Association (BGA) John leads a team of 18 employees providing professional services to most of the UK horticultural crop associations and a number of horticulture related organisations.</p> <p>The BGA is a not-for-profit, member-owned organisation that has been in operation for over 50 years. It also represents the horticultural sector with various stakeholders, including government.</p> <p>Through its&rsquo; network of crop associations, the BGA has links to over 1,000 growers in the UK, with a remit that is solely focused on the success of British horticulture.</p> <p>As a keen &lsquo;amateur&rsquo; allotment holder, he is proud to be an advocate for the professional growers feeding the nation.</p> <p>John has also recently joined the Fresh Produce Board of Red Tractor.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://ahdb.org.uk/agrileader" title="AgriLeader">Find out more about our AgriLeader activities and other Talking Leaders broadcasts</a></strong></p>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:37:44 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/talking-leaders-the-outsider-s-advantage-rethinking-leadership-in-farming-and-growinghttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-oilseedsClimate resilience on-farm action planner – cereals and oilseedsFri, 24 Apr 2026 13:35:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/climate-resilience-on-farm-action-planner-cereals-oilseedshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/ukfm-gives-full-group-1-status-to-recommended-winter-wheat-variety-arlingtonUKFM gives full Group 1 status to recommended winter wheat variety ArlingtonFri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:23 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/ukfm-gives-full-group-1-status-to-recommended-winter-wheat-variety-arlingtonhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/why-are-high-doses-bad-news-for-fungicide-resistanceWhy are high doses bad news for fungicide resistance? Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:05:44 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/why-are-high-doses-bad-news-for-fungicide-resistancehttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/ahdb-recruitment-privacy-noticeAHDB recruitment privacy noticeThu, 23 Apr 2026 07:34:08 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/ahdb-recruitment-privacy-noticehttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/morley-innovation-day-including-the-ahdb-strategic-cereal-farm-east-open-day<h6>The Morley Innovation Day showcases the latest arable advice and research from UK agribusinesses and research organisations.</h6> <p>There will be a mixture of field-based demonstrations and static exhibits, enabling you to interact with leading industry experts.</p> <p>This event is made possible by the unique relationship between&nbsp;<a href="https://tmaf.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Morley Agricultural Foundation</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.niab.com/" target="_blank">Niab</a> delivering farmer-facing long-term agronomy research.</p> <p>The Morley Agricultural Foundation has a long history of supporting research and also the improvement of knowledge&nbsp;and skills of individuals.</p> <p>Each exhibitor at the innovation day will be summarising the training opportunities they offer throughout the year. This may range from a half-day workshop to a full PhD.</p> <p>The aim is to highlight the breadth of opportunities, whether you just want to find out more, or take your career to the next level.</p> <h2>AHDB Strategic Farm East</h2> <p>We will present the research underway at the new <a href="https://ahdb.org.uk/farm-excellence/strategic_cereal_farm_east">AHDB Strategic Cereal Farm East</a>, hosted by David Jones at The Morley Agricultural Foundation.</p> <p>Topics will include:</p> <ul> <li>Cultural control of grass weeds</li> <li>Decision support for managing BYDV risk</li> <li>Improving nutrient use efficiency</li> </ul> <h2>Niab field demonstration tours</h2> <p>Access Niab&rsquo;s latest agronomy and soils research and demonstrations at Morley Farms, alongside impartial variety and agronomy advice from our regional agronomy team and crop specialists.</p> <p>Tour groups start in the demonstration fields at regular intervals from 10am through to 2pm, and include:</p> <ul> <li>Winter wheat and barley varieties &ndash; Clare Leaman</li> <li>Winter wheat disease management &ndash; Dr Aoife O&rsquo;Driscoll</li> </ul> <h2>Important information</h2> <p>The event is free and open to all.</p> <p>Please register online using the booking link above.</p> <p>The event and parking are&nbsp;two miles from the main farm &ndash; follow the signs on the day.</p>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:52:58 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/morley-innovation-day-including-the-ahdb-strategic-cereal-farm-east-open-dayhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/environment-baselining-roadshow-2026Environment Baselining Roadshow 2026Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:45:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/environment-baselining-roadshow-2026