Soil and Crops

The “Golden Hoof” – Sheep Grazing Winter Crop

Discover how grazing winter cereals can boost crop health, improve lamb performance, and ease winter feed pressures.…

Unearthed News
14/10/2025

Malting Spring Barley – What’s the Alternative?

With 2025 spring barley quality and contract volumes low, many farmers are exploring alternative crops. Discover practical options from oats and beans to green manures, and how they could improve margins and soil health for 2026.…

Unearthed News
14/10/2025

Trading Straw for Farmyard Manure

Straw-for-muck exchanges offer a win-win for livestock and arable farmers, supplying bedding and boosting soil fertility with organic manure. Fiona tells us how clear agreements and good planning can maximise benefits for both businesses.…

Unearthed News
14/10/2025

Soil Sampling: Know More, Grow More

Soil sampling is a simple yet powerful tool to optimise fertiliser use, improve crop performance and support sustainable farming. With PSF funding ending in 2025, now is the time to act.…

Unearthed News
16/07/2025

Preparing a Feed Budget to Assess Your Winter Feed Requirements

With silage shortfalls expected after a dry spring, now is the time to assess your winter feed supply. Learn how to balance rations, calculate livestock needs, and explore fast-growing forage crops to fill the gap.…

Unearthed News
16/07/2025

Considerations When Using Home Saved Seed

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Unearthed News
13/02/2025

Wireworm: Safeguarding Your Crops

Kerry discusses the rising threat of wireworm, its impact on crops, and practical strategies for prevention and management.…

Unearthed News
20/01/2025

Spring Cropping Crossroads – Which Way Now?

David discusses the challenges of spring cropping in 2024, from profitability concerns to weighing options like contract farming or renting land.…

Unearthed News
20/01/2025