Horticulture

26 September 2018

How to sample leaf tissue

7 October 2022

Seeds represent a significant and essential proportion of the input costs in vegetable production. This factsheet has been produced following requests from growers for guidance on how to get the best from seed and therefore maximise the value returned from the initial investment.

14 October 2021

The Miridae are a large and diverse family of insects. The most widely known capsids are species of agricultural pests that pierce plant tissues, feed on the sap, and sometimes transmit plant viruses. The aim of this factsheet is to improve current understanding of the capsid bugs that can infest celery crops and consider approaches to control.

18 November 2021

This factsheet introduces the application of technology for irrigation scheduling in container-grown hardy nursery stock, as well as describing other methods and equipment also available.

18 November 2021

This factsheet provides practical recommendations for the efficient irrigation of container-grown hardy nursery stock in order to optimise water use and maintain plant quality in peat-based, peat-reduced and peat-free growing media and to minimise the risk of potential nutrient leaching from crops.

19 January 2023

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Weed Resistance Action Group (WRAG).

13 October 2021

This factsheet explores asparagus root growth patterns.

13 October 2021

The guide provides guidance on how to enhance earwig populations in apple and pear orchards.

5 January 2022

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG). The 'Download' button provides background. Scroll down for guidance.

21 July 2022

Debbie Wilson

6 July 2022

With the UK in a state of uncertainty over its direction in the coming years, we speak to Minister of State for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, George Eustice, to get the low-down on the Government’s plans for a fitter future

3 October 2022

The Fertigation Bible gives details about existing and innovative technology to make water use more sustainable in horticulture, as well as guidance on subjects such as storage and nutrient addition

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