"Pyrethroid spray approved for flax beetle in linseed" - FWI, CPM & A&AF August 2023

Premium Crops has secured an extension of authorisation for minor use (Eamu) from the Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for the use of Lambdastar (lambda-cyhalothrin) on linseed.

“The Life Scientific product is an effective insecticide against flax flea beetle in spring linseed,” says Premium Crops company agronomist Hannah Foxall.

“This approval increases the range of product containing the active lambda-cyhalothrin that are available to growers and helps broaden the spectrum of insecticides to reduce resistance risk.”

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New research project aims to kickstart domestic chickpea production

A two-year feasibility study led by crop research organisation NIAB is set to explore the potential for domestic chickpea production, which could further reduce fertiliser reliance in the UK arable sector.

Farmers Guide - 24th July 2023

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Project lead and NIAB’s Head of Breeding Dr Phil Howell explains the study will take a multi-faceted approach. Variety trials and agronomy testing will be carried out by NIAB and specialist seed company Premium Crops, ranging from small plots up to field-scale evaluation.

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