Weeds

28 February 2025

The herbicide active substance ‘aclonifen’ is now authorised as ‘Emerger’ for use in outdoor sunflowers.

4 April 2019

Conclusions of the first ever major cross-sector review of weed management

27 February 2019

Levels of erucic acid in double-low oilseed rape crops can become elevated due to contamination from volunteers (via seeds or cross-pollination)

28 February 2025

A foundation for the next generation of weed control has been laid by the BGRI

26 January 2026

A technical e-newsletter for the arable industry.

26 January 2026

Key points where management of erucic acid levels can make a difference

19 November 2018

The encyclopaedia of arable weeds has a new look, making it even easier to use.

28 February 2025

Populations of sterile brome with reduced sensitivity to the herbicide glyphosate have been identified in the UK.

19 September 2018

An annual review of the catalogue of research and knowledge exchange activity across the sector looking specifically at recent developments.

21 August 2025

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Weed Resistance Action Group (WRAG).

5 June 2025

Glyphosate products may be used pre-harvest on a range of crops to control weeds, aid harvesting and help protect grain quality (particularly in wet harvests) and food safety. This publication outlines stewardship measures to maximise product efficacy and minimise crop residues.

19 March 2025

Find information on arable rotation in livestock – forage crops, cover crops and more.

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