Content related to the topic: crops-grassland

16 October 2019

Protecting the water supply for your crops

How to keep your water supply resilient during extreme weather

23 January 2026

Standing hay – good timing or good luck?

To be a successful dry cow feed that doubles up as a calving paddock, standing hay needs careful planning. It should be a quality grass that has been part of the platform rotation and allowed to go to seed.

23 May 2019

Research Case Study: Testing the effect of organic material additions on soil health

Soil Biology and Soil Health Partnership research case study takes a closer look at the benefits of organic material additions

3 December 2024

Which nutrient management system to use?

Regular soil tests and the recommendations associated with them are vital tools that must be used in order to ensure the best possible crop yield

14 August 2025

Water supply problems? A guide for livestock farms

Useful advice to help livestock farmers deal with, or plan for, water supply disruption.

26 January 2026

Rhizoctonia solani symptoms and risk in oilseed rape

This common soilborne pathogen causes damping-off symptoms

5 June 2025

Slurry wizard user guide

A user guide for our downloadable slurry wizard tool that helps work out slurry storage requirements to comply with regulations

23 January 2026

Overall light leaf spot risk remains relatively low

Each spring, the autumn forecast is updated to take account of winter rainfall

9 November 2026

Forage for Knowledge

The latest research and advice on grass, forage and soil management to help improve grassland productivity on livestock farms

30 July 2026

The fungicide resistance challenge

It is essential to use comprehensive anti-resistance strategies to slow resistance development and preserve the efficacy of both existing and new chemistry

23 May 2019

Cut and carry: a best practice guide

In this guide we explore the potential role of cut and carry systems on UK dairy farms and establish best-practice guidelines for farmers

16 September 2026

Nutrient Management Guide (RB209)

The AHDB Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) offers best practice guidance on the application of mineral fertilisers, manures and slurries to crops and grassland.