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Aphid numbers have dropped back from their high at the end of October. Numbers at Teagasc Oakpark reached 25.6 aphids/m² in the fourth…
The thousand grain weight (TGW) of oats is much lower than normal this season and, as a result, the seeding rate should be…
Winter cereals are being drilled into the ground all over the country. The focus at present is on getting crops into the ground.…
While the summer brought a host of sunny days and dry weather, flowering was delayed in spring oilseed rape crops; but growers waited…
The early harvest may have contributed to reduced yields, but the positives also have to be looked at. Clearing fields early allows for…
Many tillage farmers and contractors have started to harvest or are harvesting winter barley and oats at present; farmers are also busy baling…
As winter crops are removed from fields early this year, tillage farmers may get an opportunity to plant catch crops. These crops may…
Some early winter wheat crops may have received their final fungicide already, but the majority are due to receive T3 applications in the…
Spring barley crops are at many different stages of growth across the country. Some are only receiving first fungicides, while awns are peeping…
Following the success of last year’s informative videos, CROPS WATCH – in association with TerraChem – will kick off on AgriLand this week. Featuring…
Mark Daynes ventured out to the ploughed fields on Thursday last in another attempt to get some spring barley sown. The young farmer…
Identifying growth stages (GS) in crops is crucial in order to apply fertiliser, herbicides, growth regulators and fungicides at the correct timings. Deciphering…
Some tillage farmers have been able to take advantage of ploughing and sowing opportunities this week and it looks like more opportunities will…
Calibrating your seed drill is an important task. It ensures that the seed drill is sowing at the correct rate and, therefore, contributes…
Ground conditions have delayed the first split of fertiliser on winter barley in many parts of the country. However, some hybrid barley crops,…
Poor ground conditions over the winter left many crops without a herbicide. Although farmers are eager to get out with sprayers, ground conditions…
Light leaf spot has been found in many crops of winter oilseed rape. The disease can significantly impact on yield and should be…
The Irish Grain Assurance Scheme (IGAS) record book is a handy tool to keep on top of records throughout the year. It might…
