Content related to the topic: oilseed-rape

13 September 2018

Guidance highlights fragile nature of pyrethroids

Guidelines for the management of insecticide resistance in several key UK crops have been updated by the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG).

12 September 2018

AHDB field drainage guide gets essential maintenance

The basic principles of field drainage, as well as maintenance and installation information, are the subject of a revamped practical guide by AHDB.

20 January 2026

The Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG)

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG). The 'Download' button provides background. Scroll down for guidance.

22 April 2026

Pre-harvest glyphosate use in cereals and oilseed rape

Follow these stewardship measures to maximise glyphosate efficacy and minimise crop residues.

20 June 2018

New Monitor Farm in Ouse Valley

“As a farmer it’s very easy to stand back but you need to be challenged”

26 January 2026

Top tips on contracts for oilseeds sellers

How to avoid the most common problems associated with oilseed sales contracts.

26 January 2026

Grain storage guide

Safe, effective grain storage is key to assuring crop quality.

28 January 2026

An introduction to grain sampling

Discover how to capture the quality and condition of your grain.

29 January 2026

Insects and mites in stored grain

Discover the insect and mite species that are commonly found in stored grain. Identify the ones that damage grain directly and indirectly (mould or hygiene issues), as well as the most common non-damaging species.

30 January 2025

Distribution, biology and management of Italian rye-grass in the UK

Italian rye-grass is a weed of autumn-sown crops and is more competitive than black-grass.

7 April 2026

The encyclopaedia of arable weeds

This definitive guide to arable weeds in the UK contains full colour photographs for identification plus information on life cycles, location, biology and management

8 February 2023

How to manage black-grass in arable crops

Relying solely on herbicides for control of black-grass is not sustainable in the long term because of increasing resistance. This publication provides information on non-chemical control.