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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.
21 March 2024
Counting earthworms is a simple method for assessing soil biological health
14 November 2019
14 November 2019
14 August 2018
The earthworm count is a quick and easy soil testing method, plus it’s a great indicator of your soil structure and health.
23 October 2023
We've caught up with more of our Farm Excellence network to find out more about the impact the hot weather is having on the farms.
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.
25 June 2018
Northern Ireland’s farmers flocked to the launch of AHDB’s new Monitor Farm