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2023 Voluntary Initiative Roadshow – Basis Points Available

The 2023 VI Roadshow ‘Back To Basics’ is available as an online session on March  1st 2023 at 10.00 am.  You can register via the link below on the UFU website.  There are 8 Basis points and 10 Nroso points available for the roadshow.  Click here to register.

 

Get Ready For Spring Weed Control

Time to consider your options for spring weed control in winter cereals.  Regardless of weather conditions, Zypar sets the standard for those difficult to control overwintered weeds. Also now approved for use on winter oats For more information, click here 

 

Knapsack Spraying Without Pumping – The Evolution 15LTC

Time to invest in a new knapsack sprayer for Spring 2023.  The Matabi Evolution 15LTC is powered by an 18 volt Lithium-Ion battery which means there is absolutely no pumping required.  With enough power from one charge for up to 25 fills, this sprayer takes all the work out of spraying.  For a full demonstration of how it works – click here

 

 

 

Optimising Performance Of Pre-Emergence Herbicides

Getting the spray application right when applying pre-emergence herbicides is crucial.  For some tips to optimise control from residual herbicides this autumn click here….

 

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Belkar Gives Flexible Weed Control in OSR

Belkar adds a new level of flexibility when trying to control weeds in OSR this autumn.  It can be sprayed from September to December, and uniquely, has no following crop restrictions in the event of crop failure.  Read more…

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How To Control Tuber Blight in Potatoes in 2022

With fluazinam under pressure from resistance, what are the best strategies to control tuber blight for potato growers in 2022.  Click here for the best advice from Bayer Cropscience

 

 
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