The spell of dry but dull weather has allowed farmers to catch up with wheat drilling, with some November seed-beds looking ...

Slug pellets containing a chemical called metaldehyde were banned in the UK in 2022. It is not only illegal to use them, but also to store, supply or sell them. Anyone in possession of slug pellets is ...

As the researchers note, “A diverse agricultural system can better absorb shocks and maintain productivity, ensuring food security in the face of uncertainty.” A wide range of species present within ...

(Beyond Pesticides, October 21, 2024) To solve the existential crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and human disease, Beyond Pesticides is urging that organic agriculture grows—over the next ...