Water

4 March 2026

All the latest analysis on weather events and their effect on farming and growing

3 December 2024

The ‘thinksoils’ manual is a practical guide to soil assessment. It aims to help farmers, land managers, government and non-government advisers to recognise problems with erosion and runoff from agricultural land. Our changing climate makes this issue increasingly important.

21 December 2018

A ban on the outdoor use of metaldehyde slug pellets is to be introduced across Great Britain from spring 2020.

14 December 2023

New joint project important step towards sustainability framework for British beef and lamb

26 January 2026

From 2 April 2018 all farmers in England will need to meet new government rules to protect water quality.

12 September 2018

The basic principles of field drainage, as well as maintenance and installation information, are the subject of a revamped practical guide by AHDB.

5 February 2026

Follow these stewardship measures to maximise glyphosate efficacy and minimise crop residues.

19 March 2025

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

14 November 2019

26 June 2025

It is important to consider the effect heat can have on livestock. Here is advice and information on how to prevent heat stress in cattle and sheep.

23 October 2023

Views from across our Farm Excellence network on the 2018 heat wave and resulting drought

19 December 2025

AHDB believes that thriving, sustainable, highly productive business for UK farmers and growers and their supply chain partners delivers a lower environmental impact and goes hand-in-hand with valuing and enhancing the natural environment.