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OUR THOUGHTS
From time to time, our experienced consultants take a moment to reflect on recent work, policy news or industry trends. Read what they have to say below and don’t forget, if you’d like to receive updates from us, including news and insights, business updates, and Ceres Publications, subscribe to our mailing list.
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Dr Alex Setchfield
Aug, 07 2026The first half of 2026 has been a tale of two quarters. Supply was slow to emerge early in the year, with prolonged wet weather during January and February delaying planned launches. The outbreak of war in the Middle East (28th February) then added to an already uncertain geopolitical backdrop, encouraging both buyers and vendors […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Aug, 04 2026This month’s digest covers the drought, ADOPT trial opportunities, Farmer Collaboration Fund, Multiple Water Funds & the first 2026 AHDB harvest report. It also includes updates on SFI, CSHT, & Capital Grants, latest innovations including the Ceres Innovation Group, a new project on Wheat Dwarf Virus, Variable Rate, precision-engineered crops, and potential new biological insecticide for CSFB and the new Pea & Bean Crop Development Benchmarks.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jun, 30 2026Explore current ADOPT projects seeking farmer involvement and discover opportunities to drive practical on-farm innovation.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Aug, 04 2026As part of the Ceres Innovation Group, we’re sharing monthly reflections on the innovations, technologies and ideas shaping agriculture. The aim isn’t simply to highlight new products, but to explore where they may add value in practical farming systems and where further evidence is needed before widespread adoption. This month, we reflect on our takeaways […]
Tim Isaac
Jul, 13 2026Introducing Fields of the Future, a podcast for farmers who want to get the most out of their farm businesses and unlock their agricultural potential. Each episode brings together voices from across the industry – farmers, agronomists, researchers, and innovators – to share independent, science-led insights that matter in the field. Whether you’re looking for practical […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jul, 07 2026As part of the Ceres Innovation Group, we’re sharing monthly reflections on the innovations, technologies and ideas shaping agriculture. The aim isn’t simply to highlight new products, but to explore where they may add value in practical farming systems and where further evidence is needed before widespread adoption. Breeding Continues to Move Forward While much […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jul, 01 2026In this short webinar, we walk through the Ceres Research Membership platform including; reports and insights tools, publications, videos and webinars, the Agronomy Club, member WhatsApp group and the wider Ceres Research community – showing how members use these resources to share knowledge, improve decisions and stay connected across the sector.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jun, 30 2026The UK Government has announced an additional £53 million investment into the Farming Innovation Programme (FIP), bringing total funding available through the programme to £123 million during 2026/27. Delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, the programme aims to support farmers, researchers, agri-tech businesses and industry partners to develop, test and adopt innovations that improve productivity, […]
Tim Isaac
Jun, 25 2026Introducing Fields of the Future, a new podcast for farmers who want to get the most out of their farm businesses and unlock their agricultural potential. Each episode brings together voices from across the industry – farmers, agronomists, researchers, and innovators – to share independent, science-led insights that matter in the field. Whether you’re looking for […]
Ceres Research
Jun, 17 2026We’re proud to support UK start-ups and growing businesses through the Barclays Mentoring Programme. Our Ceres Research CEO, Tim Isaac, can provide up to 2 hours of free business mentoring to founders and business leaders looking for guidance, insight, and support. (Please note this is mentoring only, not professional advice.) You don’t need […]