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Pests
19 September 2018
This new AHDB manual takes a closer look at aphids and caterpillars whilst also trying to tackle minor pests such as thrips, wireworms and leatherjackets. Finally the chemical control options are assessed alongside a whole crop IPM strategy.
24 September 2018
People are being asked to submit live samples of cabbage stem flea beetle with suspected resistance to pyrethroid insecticides for free testing.
13 September 2018
Guidelines for the management of insecticide resistance in several key UK crops have been updated by the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG).
20 January 2026
This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG). The 'Download' button provides background. Scroll down for guidance.
3 June 2019
AHDB has issued late-spring guidance for the management of fast-moving cereal crops
29 January 2026
See the signs of defects and impurities in stored cereal (wheat and barley). This poster shows examples of physical damage, disease, pests, screenings and weed seeds.
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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.
 and yellow-lemon wheat blossom midge (right). © Jon Oakley.JPG?v=637780517930000000)
4 October 2022
Orange, yellow or lemon – effective midge management starts with species identification