Maria Sanchez completed her Bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences from the University of California, Davis, in the USA. Her studies focused on plant genetics and biotechnology, with an emphasis on developing disease-resistant crop varieties. Maria has contributed to several research projects aimed at improving crop resilience to climate change and is now pursuing her Master's degree in Plant Breeding.

Factors to consider before drilling winter wheat early

Winter wheat farmers may be considering planting their crops earlier this autumn following last year’s challenging conditions, but experts are warning of the potential risks involved. Experienced agronomists emphasize the

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Baroness Batters wins prestigious award for outstanding industry service

Minette Batters, former NFU president and now crossbench peer, has been recognized with the National Agricultural Award by the Royal Agricultural Society of England (Rase) for her exceptional leadership in

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Pumpkins: A versatile and underrated fall vegetable

In 1815, press-ganging was officially outlawed, yet I found myself unwillingly enlisted in helping out on my potential future in-laws’ pumpkin patch last year. The farming industry often glamorizes diversification

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Lighter, Simpler, and Cheaper Four-Rotor Rake from Pottinger

Pottinger has introduced a new, simpler four-rotor grass rake, the Top VT 12540 C, designed for farmers and smaller-scale contractors looking for a wide working width of up to 12.5m

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Amendments Needed: Updating Laws for Children in Tractors

On the final day of summer, amidst weeks of relentless rain totaling over 220mm, maintaining zero grazing has been a challenge. Despite the wet conditions, grass quality remains decent, although

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Lightning Strikes Over Barley Harvest: Photo of the Week

Last week, a significant portion of the country experienced intense lightning and thunderstorms followed by heavy monsoon-like rainfall. One such spectacular moment was captured by Johnathon Day at Grickstone Farm

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Top Arable Farmers Shortlisted for 2024 Farmers Weekly Awards

The three finalists in the arable category are all making significant progress in their battle against blackgrass and achieving impressive yields on challenging soils. David Passmore, from Mays Farm in

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Rising Farmgate Milk Prices Boost Processor Profits

Dairy farmers supplying Meadow and Freshways can look forward to a higher milk price this autumn, in line with the positive trends in the wider industry. Commodity markets are showing

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Top 5 Reasons Tenants Fear Landlords Entering Agreements: Loss of Land

A recent survey conducted by Defra found that a significant number of tenant farmers are expecting to lose rented land within the next two years. The main reason cited by

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First new Group 1 wheat approved for milling in seven years – SEO optimized title

Growers of milling wheat will have a new variety to consider this autumn, as the recently recommended Cheer has received full Group 1 milling status. Cheer was provisionally added to

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