Industry Intelligence

Welcome 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 […]

With changing weather patterns and limited chemical control options, take-all disease is becoming an increasing challenge for cereal growers. This report explores the current understanding of take-all, its impact on crop health and yield, and the integrated strategies being used to manage it. It also highlights promising developments in biological control and resistance breeding that could shape future solutions.

Since 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 […]

Each 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 […]

Ceres 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. […]

We’re pleased to share with you our Yield Summary for 2024. 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 four seasons. The objective is to provide you with an independent view of crop […]

We’re pleased to share with you our Contact Farming Survey 2024 report. This is a free publication detailing conclusions and learnings from the last harvest year. We have analysed results across a breadth of agreements, using a significant Ceres Rural dataset. The objective is to provide you with an independent view of CFA performance and […]

Each 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 explains the health and safety responsibilities in new farming arrangements. It identifies the hazards and safety precautions to adopt when hedge cutting and provides a […]

Welcome 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 – July 2024. For a downloadable version click here, and for a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing […]