Content related to the topic: soils

21 November 2023

The functions of soil biology

Soil biology drives soil functions – find out more.

28 October 2024

Soil assessment prior to a grassland reseed

Read our tips on how to soil test a field and assess soil structure for a grassland reseed.

27 March 2026

Making better conserved forage campaign – Does CTF have a role in silage fields?

With at least an estimated 85% of the area of a field covered every year by tractor tyres, the potential impact of compaction from machinery on yield can be significant.

25 March 2021

Farming next to a watercourse used to extract drinking water

From rotation and cultivation to crop protection, Colin Chappell takes stock of all available information before taking final decisions.

17 March 2021

Dispelling the myths about carbon sequestration

Learn about carbon sequestration and practical ways of increasing carbon storage and managing your soils effectively.

23 January 2026

Stepping forward into regenerative agriculture

AHDB Knowledge Exchange Manager Teresa Meadows looks closer at the technique with no ‘easy button’ (blog)

6 March 2025

Hampshire farmers reap regen rewards

Hampshire Farmer David Miller and AHDB’s Harry Henderson unearth the secrets of regenerative agriculture (podcast and article).

6 March 2025

Carbon Week

A week of events looking at practical advice for farmers and growers on carbon measurement and environmental management

28 February 2025

Soil health: Hello, is there anybody down there?

How to measure the size and activity of soil microbial biomass – a key indicator of soil health

18 November 2020

Do you place enough value on farmyard manure?

Find out how Andrew Palmer, KE Manager, has been working with stakeholders to assess the value of FYM and the impact it can have on crop productivity

3 November 2020

Northumberland Strategic farm – getting more from forage

The webinar covered: Setting up fencing and water troughs for rotational grazing Tracking growth rates and ewe body condition How to measure grass and forage Acting on soil test results Planning for the autumn and winter

21 February 2025

Boosting crop and soil health help reduce fungicide inputs for Wiltshire farmer

Cereals grower Rob Waterston has managed to grow a robust crop of winter wheat using minimal fungicide inputs