In the November issue of Agronomist & Arable Farmer, Toby Dingle from Crop Management Partners discusses how a dry October allowed smooth autumn drilling, with good seedbeds and strong crop establishment across most soils. Aphids have replaced slugs as the main pest concern, prompting timely aphicide applications to prevent barley yellow dwarf virus.
Weed control has improved following recent rains. Winter oilseed rape crops are looking healthy, though some late-drilled areas face slug and turnip sawfly pressure. Phoma is appearing but remains below treatment thresholds. Disease levels in cereals are low, though mildew is emerging and needs monitoring.
As winter approaches, attention will turn to spring cropping plans, Sustainable Farming Incentive tasks, and upcoming NRoSO meetings.
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