World News
The US has approved a drone to spray crops with pesticides
A drone in the US has been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to carry fertilisers and pesticides to...
crops
Arable
'Tillage farmers can look forward to a positive grain yield this year'
Good weather conditions in Ireland and the UK for the development of winter tillage crops and sowing of spring crops...
Arable
New insect repellent odour could help crop protection pesticides
Scientists at Rothamsted Research have created new insect repellent odours that could help with crop protection pesticides. Together with Cardiff...
Arable
New disease early warning systems to be developed for crops
Scientists at Rothamsted Research in the UK are to begin work on two projects, both of which will focus on...
Arable
'Climate change is impacting on aphid behaviour – to the detriment of tillage farming'
The trend towards a warmer climate is dramatically altering the biological responses of aphids and their impact on tillage crops,...
Environment
EU must not turn its back on biofuels says Copa-Cocega
Crop and tillage based biofuels are vital for animal feed, the environment, jobs and fuel, according to Copa-Cocega General Secretary...
