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Each month, we bring you the latest updates on agricultural policy and regulation, industry news, science and innovation, and relevant publications for useful insights. Stay up to date with changes in policy, catch up on significant industry news, discover cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, and access valuable publications to help you make informed decisions.
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Dr Dannielle Robb
May, 05 2026This month’s digest covers FETF extension dates, Environmental Stewardship and CS revenue claims, BNG updates, various funding opportunities across the country and a reminder of The Renters Rights Act. Latest innovations, a Market Snapshot and key reports including updates to the Spring 2026 Farm Business Survey Intelligence Report, and statistics on Farm Business Management Practices in England 24/25 are also shared.
Dr Dannielle Robb
May, 05 2026Each month, we update you on fuel prices which relate to our industry in order to help you benchmark and forecast your costs. This information is part of our endeavour to ensure we support you, our members, in the effective day-to-day running of your rural businesses.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Apr, 21 2026If it stays dry, small decisions now can have big consequences later. This article looks at five practical steps growers can take to avoid over‑correcting while protecting realistic crop potential.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Apr, 21 2026High input costs and uncertain crop response mean nitrogen decisions this season are more about judgement than targets. This article examines how to manage nitrogen under dry conditions while preserving optionality and protecting credible output.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Apr, 08 2026This month’s digest covers the FETF, Capital Grants 26 Offer, UK wheat condition, new crop rotation tool, multiple new reports on farm finances and the Land Use Framework, latest science on gene-edited barley and water-treatment systems, a snapshot of commodity prices and your Crop Watch bulletin.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Apr, 08 2026Each month, we update you on fuel prices which relate to our industry in order to help you benchmark and forecast your costs. This information is part of our endeavour to ensure we support you, our members, in the effective day-to-day running of your rural businesses.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Mar, 20 2026Discover where fungicide spend delivers the strongest returns. Insights from NIAB, AHDB and Ceres farm data reveal why and where timings drive yield and how to match spend to crop potential.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Mar, 20 2026Yellow and brown rust remain key threats in UK wheat this spring. Explore the latest disease pressure insights, watch‑list updates and practical fungicide strategies to stay ahead in 2026.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Mar, 06 2026An easy-to-use summary of the 2026 SFI options, highlighting 25% capped actions, actions with reduced and increased payment rates.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Feb, 27 2026This month's digest includes:
• Crop Watch: the newest element of the Monthly Digest, giving you a snapshot of what's happening in the field.
• NFU Conference 26 announcements, FETF, East Anglia Nozzle Grants, Farmer Collaboration Fund, news on the new nutrient management tool, emerging details on the 2026 SFI offer and the Deer Impacts Policy Statement.
• Latest science on the potential efficacy of olive oil to boost pyrethroid potency, and farmer-led research showing the positive impacts on herbal leys on soil health and milk yield in dairy systems.
• Market Snapshot: providing you with a high-level overview of commodity prices.
• Key reports including the challenges of workforce shortages and the potential impact of the Dynamic Alignment on UK agriculture.
