product choice 'critical' when tackling slugs

For every grower, finding an effective solution to tackle slugs is a challenge. Tasked with forming Mr Howes' strategy are Hutchinsons' agronomist Giles Field-Rayner and Technical Manager Dick Neale.

Article Originated In: Anglia Farmer, September 2006

Don't overlook yellow rist risk

Kent-based Hutchinsons' agronomist, James Short, add: "A hard winter generally kills most of the inoculum, but if your crop's had it (yellow rust) this year, then it's probably worth considering a seed treatment."

Article Originated In: Farmers Weekly 8th September 2006

Do you have the answers?

How confident are you that you will be able to keep on top of weeds cost-effectively while caring for your pocket and the environments this autumn? Five research and commercial specialists give their views on the key issues. Hutchinsons' Ben Atkinson and Farmers Weekly's Midlands Barometer farmer, is then asked for his reactions.

Article Originated In: Farmers Weekly 15th September 2006

Busy show for Hutchinsons

The Hutchinsons' stand at Tillage 2006 enjoyed a steady flow of visitors throughout the event, with Hutchinsons' Ian Perry very clear about the reasons.

Article Originated In: Farmers Guide September 2006

What does the future hold for the successful agronomist

If we think of the UK arable farming industry in the next 10 to 20 years, it is interesting to speculate on the future role of the agronomist. What will be the scope of their involvement in farm decision making in the furture? Will they still be needed?

"Definitely," says Andrew McShane, director at Hutchinsons.

Article Originated In: Agronomist Autumn 2006