Cut out the costs
25 Mar 2011 | by Brian Lovelidge
Growers are starting to realise the benefits of specialist equipment to help reduce labour without affecting quality, Brian Lovelidge finds.
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Fruit crop protection: Filling the gaps
01 Apr 2011 | by Jez Abbott
The ongoing withdrawal of crop protection products for fruit is forcing growers to adapt, says Jez Abbott.
Irrigation: Get wise with water
18 Mar 2011 | by Richard Crowhurst
Either saving costs or increasing production, the new generation of energy-efficient pump sets and hose reel systems are allowing growers to choose the best product for their needs, Richard Crowhurst reports.
Interview - Dr Roger Williams, head of science, RHS
11 Mar 2011 | by Gemma Mackenzie
Controlling pests and diseases has become a challenging task, with fears that climate change will result in greater outbreaks and new varieties taking hold in the UK. As a result, the RHS has stepped up to fill a gap in research and is fundraising for a £598,000 field research facility, which head of...
Crop protection: Win with bio-control
11 Mar 2011 | by Geoff Dixon
Biological controls are effective and safe but need competent management, Geoff Dixon explains
State of the Industry: Mushrooms
11 Mar 2011 | by Sophie Barnett
Mushroom growers are preparing to expand as a revival takes hold, Sophie Barnett reports.
Solar energy - get paid to switch on
04 Mar 2011 | by Gavin McEwan
A well-planned Government-aided solar energy system can generate power, income and profit, says Gavin McEwan.
NIAB Leek Trials: Cold provides test for latest leek varieties
04 Mar 2011 | by Richard Crowhurst
Harsh weather made new varieties work hard in the first NIAB trial for many years, says Richard Crowhurst.
Consumers develop a taste for fresh herbs
04 Mar 2011 | by Ian Gillott
With better quality and variety, cut and pot-grown herbs are now big sellers for supermarkets, Ian Gillott finds.
Automated packing and processing systems
25 Feb 2011 | by Richard Crowhurst
Packers and processors are investing in increasingly automated systems, Richard Crowhurst discovers.
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