Content related to the topic: crops-grassland

2 September 2026

Silage quality vs quantity during drought

Explore how drought affects grass and how to strike a balance between yield and feed value.

1 September 2026

Rotational grazing to protect grass during drought

Find out why rotational grazing matters in dry weather.

2 September 2026

Nitrogen fertiliser use on grassland during dry periods

Find out how nitrogen behaves in dry conditions and what to do when the rain returns.

2 September 2026

Grazing priority planner in dry weather

Dry summers slow grass growth, reduce regrowth and increase the risk of overgrazing. This makes it more important to decide which stock to graze, where and when.

2 September 2026

Adapting silage making to dry weather

Learn how to make practical changes to cutting height, timing and additive use to protect silage quality during dry spells.

1 September 2026

Tips to improve big bale silage quality

Use these tips to get the best results from your forage.

1 September 2026

Stretching winter feed stocks

Find out how to assess feed needs, stretch existing forage and make informed decisions on alternative options.

30 June 2026

Crop ratings slip after dry spring, but harvest hope remains

Our final crop development report of 2026 shows that a dry spring has reduced crop condition ratings across much of the UK.

15 September 2026

North Yorkshire: Multi-species swards – from seed to feed

Learn about growing multi-species swards and herbal leys, and how they can improve livestock performance and boost economic return

22 June 2026

What does climate change mean for UK arable farms?

We explore how extreme weather impacts crops and the steps to mitigate climate risks.

18 June 2026

How to use oilseed rape sowing dates to reduce CSFB risks

Discover how sowing dates can have a big impact on cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) adult and larval pressures.

18 September 2026

OSR CSFB management tip: Sowing dates

Discover how sowing dates can have a big impact on cabbage stem flea beetle adult and larval pressures.