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Cereals & Oilseeds
31 January 2023
Populations of herbicide-resistant broad-leaved weeds are increasing in the UK. If you suspect resistance, collect seed samples for testing.
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10 May 2024
This insect is rarely abundant enough to warrant treatment
28 January 2026
The encyclopaedia provides at-a-glance information on the pests and natural enemies associated with cropping systems.
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17 September 2021
A sporadic pest, saddle gall midge can reduce cereal yields through larval feeding and weakened stems.
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4 October 2022
Orange, yellow or lemon – effective midge management starts with species identification
26 January 2026
A lack of effective chemical control means a firm grasp of this pest is essential
17 September 2021
With varietal and fungicidal control limited, tackling take-all requires a solid understanding of the causal pathogen.
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28 January 2026
This definitive guide to cereal diseases in the UK contains full colour photgraphs for identification plus information on hosts, symptoms and life cycles.
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10 December 2024
This disease affects barley, as well as rye and triticale
17 September 2021
Use the eyespot risk assessment to inform your rotational, cultivation and drilling strategy, and the need for chemical control.
23 January 2026
Septoria tritici is the most important wheat disease in the UK. Fungicides are currently the primary control method and anti-resistance strategies need to be applied to preserve and extend the useful life of these active ingredients.