Analysis and Review

The Ceres AgriStrategy Conference, held on 4th December 2025, brought together farmers, agronomists and industry leaders for a full day of insight, challenge and practical discussion. Chaired by Tim Isaac, CEO of Ceres Research, the conference focused on helping farming businesses navigate change, build resilience and seize emerging opportunities. With the lessons of the 2025...

This report provides a clear, accessible introduction to biostimulants, covering their definition, categories, regulatory status, mechanisms of action, and the main challenges facing their adoption in agriculture. It is designed to equip members with foundational knowledge and practical considerations for evaluating and using biostimulants on farm.

We’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 crops, using a significant Ceres Rural dataset built over the last five years. The objective is to provide you with an independent view of crop […]

As Ceres Research Turns one, we look back at how it all began, the achievements to date, and what we’re looking forward to next.

A desk-based study explores the potential of sowing beans or linseed alongside Winter Wheat to boost soil health and reduce input reliance. While policy incentives and ecological benefits are promising, practical adoption faces hurdles — from herbicide compatibility to machinery requirements. With field trials cancelled due to wet weather previously, the findings draw on agronomy team insights, label reviews, and integrated farm management principles. Could this be a viable route to healthier soils and more resilient cropping systems?

Introducing 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...

UPDATE AS OF 22/08/25: Following the news of glyphosate resistance reported in the UK earlier this year in January, 10 more Italian rye-grass samples from 8 farms were tested by ADAS. 3 of these farms have shown high risk of resistance. Offspring from these populations will now undergo further testing to confirm if they are […]

The UK Government recently launched a call for evidence to explore how the private sector can play a greater role in nature recovery. This initiative sought views on two key areas: The role of government in enabling and growing private investment in nature. Opportunities to increase investment in environmental outcomes such as water quality, carbon […]

Each 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.