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Unusual yellow rust activity in spring 2025
This spring is turning out to be anything but typical. At several UK trial sites in the North-East of England, the Niab Northern trials team spotted unusually high levels of yellow rust on wheat varieties that are officially rated 8 or 9 for adult plant …
Annual Review summarises latest fruit research results from Niab
This annual publication provides a comprehensive overview of current fruit research, including short summaries of the outcomes and findings. It includes information on the legacies delivered by The WET Centre and Plum Demonstration Centre and the latest …
NEWS: Agronomy research focus for Niab at Cereals 2025
With over 25 different crop species across 130 plots showcased on the Niab stand (no 1124), and its neighbouring Soil Hole exhibit (no 1106), the crop research organisation sets the standard for ‘plant science into practice’ at the 2025 Cereals Event on …
Positive outlook for OSR growers as latest CSFB monitoring shows reduced pressure
The project, which assessed CSFB stem larvae levels in spring 2025, shows a significant decline in pest pressure compared to previous seasons. This follows autumn water trap monitoring, also conducted by Niab and partners, which had already indicated a …
Professor Ji Zhou wins Niab Bentley Nelstrop award
The annual in-house award, initiated by former Niab Trustee Bentley Nelstrop, celebrates exceptional contribution to innovation and enterprise by an individual or a team from within Niab. He was nominated by his colleagues for his dedication and …
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