Brassica news archive – Page 47
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Exotics on the horizon for UK growers
UK could grow exotic crops as climate warms. Butternut squash, chillies and sweet peppers among the possibilities, say experts
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Vegetables need more sex to sell
The UK vegetable industry needs to be bolder in advertising its produce, according to a leading seed breeder. He was speaking at a Brassica conference in Warwickshire.
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Brimming with brassicas
A host of exciting subjects are up for discussion at next year's brassicas conference.
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HRI boosts awareness
Staff and representatives from Horticulture Research International and Defra visited Bedfordshire growers as part of an effort to increase awareness among producers.
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New Solas granted
UK growers can now do battle more effectively against pests and disease thanks to specific off-label approvals for two products.
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Brassica show announced by Zwann
Nickerson-Zwann annonces major brassica show in the heart of production country.Event a valuable opportunity for growers to meet technical experts, say organisers.
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Fungicides granted SOLA
Three key fungicides receive seal of approval.The Horticultural Development Council authorises Amistar, Metalaxyl and Invader.
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UK onion update predicts variable season
A wet spring and reduced plantings have both contributed to a predicted shortfall in the UK onion crop.
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EcoSpray launches new moth trap
EcoSpray has designed a new trap to help reduce damage from diamond back moth caterpillars in brassica crops.
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UK onions face drilling crisis
Onions could be in short supply if producers do not take action now to adjust their drilling programmes and varietal sequence.
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Sprout fan enters record book
Brussels sprouts' popularity climbed to new heights at a recent record-setting event.
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New brooms sweep in at HDC
Six positions on the Horticultural Development Council field vegetables panel have been filled for the next three years.
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Top brass and brassicas
An East Anglian vegetable grower was honoured with a royal visit earlier this month.
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HRI to research cabbage aphid
Horticulture Research International has launched research into cabbage aphids, in the hope of eventually developing plants resistant to the bug.
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Produce supplies weather storms
The storms and floods that have ravaged the UK during the last week have affected significant volumes of fresh produce.
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HDC seeks sector panel candidates
The Horticultural Development Council is in search of nominations to its specialist grower group panels.
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Elsoms announces birth of new baby-leaves
A trials open day at seed-breeder Elsoms revealed advances in brassica, herb and salad varieties.
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Continuity of field crops shaken by record wet weather
UK growers of field crops warn that heavy disruption has been caused to the drilling and planting calendar, as a result of the wettest April and May on record for parts of the country.