Simon Craven

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Dr D. J. Coston, Senior Entomologist (RSK ADAS Ltd) Dr Emma Burnett, Agriculture and Sustainability Researcher (Fielden Whisky)
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Looking to see if the use of nitrogen fixing bacteria can stilmulate nodulation Field trial with three tramlines treated Nodulation counts will be taken in farm practice and treated area Rooting…
Beans and Peas, Boats, Oats trial
Sustainable Cattle Farming & Homegrown Protein We are a 300-acre farm finishing 350 Aberdeen Angus dairy-bred cattle on a Total Mixed Ration (TMR) system. Over the last five years, we have…
In this trial we will be gathering data on the impact of a winter bean crop on the following wheat crop (in terms of soil nitrogen supply, nitrogen available to/taken up by the plant, and any…
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Root nodules
Peas, beans and other legumes fix nitrogen from the atmosphere using the process of biological nitrogen fixation (BNF), whereby atmospheric nitrogen (N2) is combined with hydrogen to form ammonia (…
Farming in a Warming, Wetter World
Recent years have seen increasingly challenging and diverse environmental conditions under which plants and animals are being managed. From breeding technologies to better forecasting, building…
TEAM AG’s innovative, holistic approach tackles the challenge of sustainable land management and food production in ways that prioritise concern for the environment, health and wellbeing. 
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Bridging Fields training programme: how to work effectively with farmers A free webinar for researchers interested in farmer-centric R&D. Hear from funders, farmers, and academics, and help shape…
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The Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle (CSFB)  Psylliodes chrysocephala is a key pest on OSR in the UK and across the EU. They are specialist herbivores of plants in the crucifer's family.
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Can we improve pea yields
Looking for ways to improve pea yield. To help keep the crop in our rotation.
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We help farmers grow naturally stronger plants, increase crop yields and immunity, and eliminate over-reliance on the use of harmful chemicals. Our flagship farm product, envirolizer® (Micronized…
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IFA Potassium webinar
The International Fertilizer Association (IFA) and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) invite you to a discussion on the latest research into potassium limitation and its impact on global crop…
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This report explores the landscape of infrastructure supporting the UK Agri-tech sector and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities for enhancing the commercialisation of Agri-tech…
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With the agricultural industry facing growing challenges, from climate change to rising operational costs, innovative farming solutions are essential to maintaining productivity and sustainability.…
Plan of trial layout
We're going to grow a tramline of spring barley in our spring bean field and measure how much teh sopring beans benefit teh residual nitrogen and other soil fertility. We'll also add Vixeran to a…
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Climate breakdown affects all sectors of societies and economies and cannot be addressed through the lens of one subject. BA (Hons) Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology and Systems Change has optional…
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Location: Treherbert, Rhondda Cynon Taf Study Time: 3 days per week Course Length: 1 year from September to July Cost: Tuition is fully funded for anyone aged 16+, no matter your qualification level…
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Location: Talgarth, Powys Study Time: 3 days per week Course Length: 1 year from January to December Minimum Age: 16 years old Equipment Requirements: Warm waterproof clothing and shoes for working…
Students learning outdoors in a horticulture lesson
Our Regenerative Horticulture NVQ will help you to develop skills and knowledge for a successful and rewarding career in this sector. This practical course encompasses organic, permaculture and no-…
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The Sustainable Arable Farming For an Improved Environment (SAFFIE) project started in 2002 and experimental work continued until the end of 2006. When the project was conceived, arable farmers…