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
Nov, 05 2025We’re pleased to share with you our Yield Summary for 2025. This is a free publication detailing conclusions and learnings from harvest. We have analysed results across a breadth of […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Oct, 29 2025This publication examines the 2025 harvest season, highlighting the effects of drought and heat on crop yields. It analyses how farm basics like soil type and location influenced gross margins and provides evidence-based strategies to control the controllable, make best use of your soil types and ultimately optimise outcomes.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Oct, 29 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 […]
Ceres Research
Oct, 06 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 […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jul, 25 2025One of the driest seasons on record and one of the earliest harvests in 19 years...What does this mean for UK growing cycles? Drought & excessive heat, what's the greatest threat to agriculture? Can the data help us to predict future yields? All of these questions have been discussed in our latest farming update.
Dr Dannielle Robb
Jul, 25 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 […]
Ceres Research
Jul, 09 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 […]
Dr Dannielle Robb
May, 01 2025With a dry start to spring, this publication explores how shifting historical weather patterns are shaping crop performance, what we might expect in the future and what lessons we can draw from drier regions around the world to implement into our own farming systems here in the UK. The publication also introduces a new opportunity for Ceres Research Members to share their own experiences—promoting discussion and helping shape future strategies for resilient farming.
Ceres Research
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 […]
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 […]