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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May, 23 2025Ceres Research has launched a new membership service for arable farmers who want to benefit from the latest independent and technical advice. Developed to deliver timely, data-driven solutions for progressive farmers and related businesses, the new service will combine regular agronomic, economic and political insights with field-based reviews and events. That makes it suitable for […]
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May, 20 2025Ceres Research delivered their first Agronomy Club webinar, focused on weather impacts, nitrogen and rotations. This is the first of a series of monthly Agronomy Clubs, held on the third Thursday of every month for Ceres Research members. These webinars are designed to help aid your decisions and plan for upcoming agronomy, powered by the […]
Dr Alex Setchfield
May, 09 2025The recently announced UK-US trade framework brings a mix of opportunity and caution for British agriculture. While not a full free trade agreement, the framework marks progress after the turbulence of increased US tariffs earlier this year. For UK farmers, particularly beef producers, it opens a potentially valuable door. British beef farmers will gain access […]
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Apr, 14 2025Each quarter, we update you on industry news, topical issues, and safety alerts with the aim of supporting you in achieving best practice on your farm or estate. This edition highlights the most common hazards associated with silage clamps and outlines the important purposes of electrical fixed wire testing. It explains key considerations associated with […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Apr, 14 2025Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – April 2025. For a downloadable version click here, and for a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jan, 29 2025Since Dr Alex Setchfield and Dr Danni Roche joined in October 2024, the Ceres Research team has been able to meet the growing demand for independent agricultural research and knowledge exchange within the sector. In our first business update, we bring you the latest activities and deliverables from Ceres Research. Deliverables: Research and Development: Collaborative […]
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Jan, 15 2025Each quarter, we update you on industry news, topical issues, and safety alerts with the aim of supporting you in achieving best practice on your farm or estate. The January 2025 edition highlights key considerations associated with LPG storage and explains the importance of health and safety inductions. It outlines your legal responsibilities regarding asbestos […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Dec, 19 2024Ceres Research was delighted to deliver its first technical event for clients in early December at the Young Farmers Club in Essex. Alongside farming experts from our partners at Ceres Rural, we provided a comprehensive overview of the 2024 harvest season, reflecting on successes and challenges faced, before looking at strategies for the 2025 season. […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Nov, 05 2024My name is Danni and I hold a BSc in Environmental Science from the University of East Anglia. Here, I focused my research on mapping the changes of warming sea surface temperatures in the North Atlantic Ocean and the effect this has on fish migration over a 21-year period. I continued at the same university, […]
Dr Alex Setchfield
Nov, 05 2024My name is Alex, and I have recently joined Ceres Research as its Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager. I am a qualified biological scientist having obtained a PhD in Mechanistic Biology from the University of York, in collaboration with Fera Science, and hold a Master’s degree in Industrial Biotechnology, as well as a Bachelor’s degree […]