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TramlinesAccidental Counsellors and the Future of Farm WellbeingToday we explore the Agri Wellbeing Alliance, launched at LAMMA in January to strengthen mental health and wellbeing across agriculture. A recent study led by Professor David Rose at Harper Adams University for the alliance highlights the urgent need to widen the safety net of support for farming communities, including better help for those who find themselves acting as accidental counsellors.Joining us today are Petra Martin from Agrii, Professor David Rose from Harper Adams University, and Sam Downey from Mates in Mind. Agrii can help future-proof your farm by growing a diverse range of c...
2025-12-0920 min
TramlinesAutumn Update: Building Crop Resilience to Protect YieldToday we are asking how can we build better crop resilience and rooting in forward crops to overcome the changes in variety, susceptibility, and changing weather patterns. To help us with those key questions, we have Agrii's Tim Horton, technical Manager for combinable crops, and Jodie Littleford, technical Manager for combinable crop trials. Summary:Building Resilience: Strong root systems critical for nutrient and water uptake.Use of manganese seed treatments and micronutrients (manganese, zinc).Biostimulants like Inoculate (peptide-based elicitor) shown to boost crop health and yield.Management Tips:Monitor crops c...
2025-11-1830 min
TramlinesFeeding the Roots: Phosphorus for Profitable CropsIn this episode, we discuss phosphorus as a key nutrient across a range of crops, from cereals and potatoes to vegetables, and review recent research and its impact on financial margins. We’ll also cover how farmers and growers can get involved and learn more. Joining us are Agrii’s Tom Land, Fertiliser Technical Manager, and Don Pendergrast, Technical Manager for Specialty Crops. Episode overview:Phosphorus is vital for crop establishment and root development: It supports energy transfer, growth, and fertility in cereals, potatoes, and vegetables. Declining phosphorus levels in grain analysis suggest a need...
2025-10-0720 min
TramlinesTELUS x Agrii: The Digital Backbone of Modern FarmingToday we ask, can a farmer have too much data? As on-farm challenges grow, how can data become vital to farm businesses and what new tools are available? To help us explore these questions, we are joined by Ben Hatton from TELUS, and Sam Fordham from RHIZA Digital.Data Overload or Opportunity?The episode explores whether farmers can have too much data and how to make it meaningful for decision-making.TELUS Partnership for Smarter FarmingAgrii and TELUS are working together to deliver cloud-based crop management tools that streamline data sharing and...
2025-09-1620 min
TramlinesFuture-Proofing Forage Against Weather ExtremesThis episode focuses on the challenges farmers are facing with forage this year. After a wet winter and a dry summer, concerns are growing around forage shortages for livestock. We are joined by Ben Lowe, Agrii’s National Forage Product Manager, and Amy Hardwick, Sustainability and Environmental Services Manager, to discuss the current situation, the pressures on arable and livestock systems, and the practical steps farmers can take now to protect forage supplies and build longer-term resilience. After a wet winter and dry summer, forage shortages are a real concern for livestock farmers.Arable yields are mixed and shi...
2025-08-2620 min
TramlinesResilient Farming in Action: Live from the AgriiFocus PanelToday we’re recording live here at AgriiFocus, an Agrii iFarm, at North Farm near Marlborough, Wiltshire. Arable farming is facing an increasingly challenging environment. Improving the resilience of soils, crops and businesses is key to delivering productivity gains. The question is: what action can you take on farm, and what technologies can you adopt?To help you answer those questions, we have our panel:James Bonner, who farms in NorthamptonshireAlan Clifton-Holt, who farms in KentRuth Mann, Head of Integrated Crop Technologies at AgriiIf you have any questions for our speakers, simply email info@ag...
2025-08-0520 min
TramlinesLive from Groundswell: A Plain English Policy Update with AIC, AHDB and AgriiLive from Groundswell: How can we build a more resilient farm business?Part 1 Farmers are increasingly impacted by policy changes - from regulation to subsidy reform. But what’s on the horizon? And what does it mean for on-farm decisions and long-term business planning?Guests:Ed Barker, Head of Policy and External AffairsVicky Robinson, Head of SustainabilityNeil Harper, AgronomistMike Gooding, Farming Systems Director, AHDBPart 2 Later in the podcast, we’ll explore practical tips to build better farm resilience. This episode offers a simp...
2025-07-1530 min
TramlinesRooted in Nutrition: Soil Health and Smarter InputsToday we’re joined by Agrii’s Tom Perrott, Fertiliser and Crop Inputs Specialist, and Dave Thompson, Farm Manager at Eastbury Estates in Dorset. In this episode, we explore soil health, crop nutrition and how ‘stacking the benefits’ – using alternative sources of nutrition to better support the crop – can, with an innovative approach, strengthen the whole farm operation.To find out more about crop nutrition from Agrii, visit agrii.co.uk/our-services/fertiliserTony Smith is the host of Tramlines. Based in the South West and from a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) in...
2025-06-2420 min
TramlinesWheat That Works: Hexton and the Value of Variety InvestmentToday we’re joined by Agrii’s Technical Manager, John Miles, David Schafer, Wheat Breeder at RAGT, and Hugh Harley, BIPO representative. As farmers and agronomists weigh up wheat variety choices for the season ahead, we’ll explore Hexton – a new wheat variety – its potential fit for your farm, and how an existing seed royalty scheme could benefit your business. The Agrii 2025 Autumn Yearbook is available now. Visit yearbook.agrii.co.uk Tony Smith is the host of Tramlines. Based in the South West and from a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) in Agri...
2025-06-2420 min
TramlinesThe Malting Barley Blueprint: Aligning Breeding, Farming and Market NeedsThe malting barley blueprint, aligning breeding, farming and market needs: big questions and vital for the malting barley industry. To help answer those questions, we have David Griggs, technical director from Crisp Malt, Charlie Catto, agronomist with Agrii and Paul Bury, barley breeder from Secobra Research. We are at the perfect location to ask those questions, recording live at Secobra's spring barley research site in Norfolk.For more information on Agrii's spring barley varieties, visit www.agrii.co.uk/your-crops/cereals/spring-barleyTony Smith is the host of Tramlines. Based in the South West and...
2025-06-0220 min
TramlinesKeep the Faith in OSRToday we are joined by Agrii's David Leaper, seed technical specialist, and Sarah Hawthorne, head of arable products for DSV in the UK. With the area of OSR being grown down this year, crops currently in the ground are looking very good.We are going to reexamine how to get the best out of this crop. What are the latest seed breeding developments and agronomy views? Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode, DOB and title of podcast.Your g...
2025-06-0230 min
TramlinesGain with Grain: Sustainable Solutions from Agrii, Viterra & WhitworthToday’s topic of discussion is sustainable grain programmes, focussing on a new offer from Agrii, Viterra and Whitworth Brothers Flour Millers. We are delighted to be joined by Amy Watkins from Agrii, Sam Chambers from Viterra and William Butler from Whitworth. We will explore how sustainable grain programmes can benefit both farmers and supply chain partners economically, enhance industry sustainability and offer consumers value through quality and traceability. Agrii can help you future proof your farming by growing a diverse range of crops together with compressive advice on environmental and sustainable business opportunities. For more information vis...
2025-05-2020 min
TramlinesBlackgrass Battles: How One Idea Sparked a Major Field TrialToday we are joined by Agrii's Jamie Lyttle, agronomist, and Greg Taylor, area business manager and agronomist. Our focus is tackling a real challenge - black-grass - and how, through identifying the problem, field-scale trials were able to find real solutions. Let’s hear from the agronomist on that farm about how possible solutions were identified to help manage this persistent problem. Join us at the Tusmore demo event on 10th June. Book here from 1st May www.agrii.co.uk/events/ Tony Smith is the host of Tramlines. Based in the South West and from...
2025-04-2920 min
TramlinesSeed Success: Understanding Treatments, Science & InnovationToday we are joined by Agrii’s David Leaper, seed technical specialist, and Poppy Bunting, crop inputs specialist. In this episode, we are taking a technical dive into seed treatments. Exploring traditional seed treatments and their viability alongside the new biological offerings, understanding soil borne pathogens, seed borne insects, diseases and pests. We also delve into exclusive seed treatments, backed by Agrii’s extensive R&D trials programme and discuss how we can grow healthy crops. Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postc...
2025-04-0830 min
TramlinesThe Reality of SFI: Part 2 - The What, Where and How?Today we are joined by Agrii’s Adam Simper, national grass, roots and environmental seeds manager and Simon Hobbs, national cover crop, environmental and wildflower seeds technical manager. In this episode our focus is SFI. Is it much more than simply taking the payment? How can SFI also benefit the farm business in terms of both productivity and financial performance.For more information, look out for our 2025 cover crops brochure and autumn seed yearbook which can be found in the Agrii library. Visit here.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South We...
2025-03-1820 min
TramlinesScottish Farming in Focus: Seasonal Advice from Bee Edge FarmToday we are talking with Annabel Hamilton from Bee Edge farm in the Scottish borders and Greig Baird head of agronomy teams in Scotland for Agrii. In this episode we are checking in with Bee Edge farm which is also an Agrii iFarm, to see how the season is faring so far, what can be learnt from the previous harvest year and what are the top tips as we start a busy season on farm. To find out more about Agrii's summer iFarm events and how to book, visit here.Tony Smith is your host o...
2025-02-2520 min
TramlinesMaize Matters: Ensure your variety selection is in HarmonyToday we are talking with Ben Lowe, national forage product manager with Agrii and Tim Richmond, UK and Ireland product manager for Limagrain Field Seeds. Focusing in on the forage maize crop, is that time in the season where making the right variety choices is critical. So let’s ask the experts for some key advice and find out what’s new when it comes to variety choice.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farm...
2025-02-0420 min
TramlinesLive from Cotley Farm: The Craft of Growing Christmas TreesToday we are recording live on location in East Devon with Lester Bowker of Cotley Farm and Matt Greep, Agrii Area Business Manager for fruit and horticultural agronomist. This episode will be looking at one of the more festive farm enterprises - growing Christmas trees - and exploring the care and maintenance needed as well as the benefits and opportunities that can come from this and other kinds of agritourism.To find out more about how Agrii can help you with your speciality crops or farm diversification visit agrii.co.uk/contact or email us at info...
2024-12-1020 min
TramlinesPartners in the Field: Integrated Pest Management & Beneficial InsectsToday we are going to be talking with wildlife expert Marek Nowakowski, Agrii's technical manager of non-combinable trials Don Pendegrast and seed technical manager John Miles. This episode will be focusing on IPM and the continuing discussion around the use of pesticides, as well as the encouragement of developing wildlife habitats as part of the Sustainable Farming Incentive. What is the value of IPM in combinable crops, what can be learnt from practices going on in other crops and what current practices should growers continue?Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info...
2024-10-2930 min
TramlinesExploring Inclusivity and Opportunities with Young Farmers ClubsToday we are going to be talking with Luke Cox, arable farmer and YFC Agri Chair, Agrii Crop Input Specialist Poppy Bunting and Trainee Agronomist Josh Byran. This episode will be focusing on the role of Young Farmers Clubs in our communities, with a specific focus on this year's theme "YFC Is For Everyone" - highlighting a wide range of social and learning opportunities that come with joining a Young Farmers Club.Agrii are sponsors of National Young Farmers Week, taking place from 7th - 11th October 2024. For more information, resources or to find your local Young...
2024-10-0820 min
TramlinesFocusing on Phosphate with Agrii's Nutrition SpecialistsToday we are going to be talking with Agrii's National Fertiliser Manager Tom Land, and John Charlton, Crop Input Specialist in the North East. This episode will be focusing on phosphate across various crops from cereals to maize, and looking at why it's so important to get the nutritional balance right, not just for the crop in the field but also for your farm business profitability.Unlock phosphate and other vital nutrients in your soil with Agrii-Start Release. For detailed trial results, usage recommendations and tank mix compatibility, visit www.agrii.co.uk/our-services/fertiliser/agrii-start/release/
2024-09-1720 min
TramlinesBranching Out With Top Fruit NutritionToday we are going to be talking with Agrii fruit agronomists Matt Greep, Emma Smith and Ryan Williams. This episode will be focusing on top fruit and specifically the nutritional requirements of top fruit; why is it so important to get the balance right, what role does tissue analysis play in top fruit production and how can growers correct deficiencies?To find out more about Agrii's fruit offering, including all the latest trials results, visit the Agrii website: www.agrii.co.uk/your-crops/fruit.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South...
2024-08-2720 min
TramlinesBrewing Sustainable Change with Malting BarleyToday we are going to be talking with Rodger Shirreff, national seed business manager at Agrii and Tom Barker, UK product manager at Secobra. This episode will be focusing on malting barley and looking at the key varietal characteristics that growers should look out for, as well as considering what varieties need to achieve for the grower and the wider marketplace from a breeder's perspective.Agrii R&D conduct an extensive range of independent trials that supports the development of our IPM programmes. For more information on varieties, visit our autumn seed microsite at yearbook.agrii.co...
2024-08-0620 min
TramlinesTaking Action with the Latest Updates to SFI 2024Today we are going to be talking with Alex Olivant, farm and environmental advisor with Agrii and Dan Wood, RHIZA crop input specialist. This episode will explore what the latest updates to the combined Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship offering could mean for growers, and how precision and digital farming tools can support applications.To find out how SFI can work for your business, speak to your local environmental advisor or RHIZA crop input specialist. You can find their contact details on the Agrii website.Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this...
2024-07-1630 min
TramlinesA Balancing Act: Crop Nutrition and Climate VariabilityToday we are going to be talking with Agrii crop input specialist Tom Perrott, and Scott Garnett, R&D agronomist for ICL Fertilizers. This episode will ask if crop nutrition can be even more effective in light of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, and if Polysulphate can bring real agronomic benefits for arable crops whilst meeting new environmental legislation.To find about more about Agrii fertiliser services, visit agrii.co.uk/our-services/fertiliserTony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc...
2024-06-2520 min
TramlinesLive from Readyhedge: Perfecting and Protecting Ornamental CropsToday we are going to be talking with Agrii horticultural agronomists Jason Steels, Jonathan Garratt and Matt Greep, and growers Simon and Toby Williamson from Readyhedge in South Worcestershire. This episode will explore what production techniques and technologies are required to grow ornamental crops, and what are the challenges involved in caring for these high value crops?To find out more about how the Agrii horticulture team of advisors can help your growing business, visit agrii.co.uk/your-crops/fruitTony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a...
2024-06-1120 min
TramlinesShould I grow OSR this Autumn?Today we are going to be talking to Agrii’s David Leaper, seed technical specialist and Tim Horton, technical manager for combinable crops. With ongoing concerns about the reliability of OSR, the question we ask today is should I be growing OSR this autumn? Where does the crop fit and how can it contribute to your farms arable output? This is the final episode of S3, S4 commences 14th May!To understand what the best arable crop varieties are for this Autumn, read the latest yearbook at yearbook.agrii.co.uk packed full of not only variety in...
2024-04-3020 min
TramlinesRepairing Soil Structure to Optimise Autumn EstablishmentToday we are going to be talking with Agrii's Todd Jex, agronomist and technical advisor and George Fraser, farmer and contractor of A & R Fraser in Dorset. In light of the difficult weather conditions that farmers have been facing in recent times, in this episode we are going to explore repairing soil structure to optimise autumn establishment. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a p...
2024-04-1620 min
TramlinesThe Reality of SFIIn this episode, we are talking with Agrii’s Adam Simper, national grass, roots and environmental seeds manager and Simon Hobbs, cover crop, environmental and wildflower specialist. Today we will be exploring SFI options available for both livestock and arable farmers this season and considering what growers need to know in order to make the right decisions for their farming regime.Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the Sout...
2024-03-1930 min
TramlinesFueling Growth with Liquid FertiliserIn this episode we are talking with Nick Bumford, farms director at Guiting Manor Farms ltd and Rob Willey national fertiliser commercial manager at Agrii. Today we are going to explore and understand the benefit of liquid fertilisers for improving crop performance and the performance of the farm business. Also, can liquid fertilisers help us balance the needs of the crop with the needs of the environment? Request for a copy of our liquid product guide by emailing info@agrii.co.uk. The guide covers the benefits of liquid fert, application info and product details....
2024-03-0520 min
TramlinesLive on Farm: Walking Fields of Gold in CornwallToday we are going to be talking with Robert Stacey managing director of Rowe Farming here in Cornwall and Mike Dray, Agrii agronomist. Today we are going to be exploring the crop of daffodils, growing both for the cut market and also bulb market, understanding what it takes to get that produce to market, also the intricacies, the complexities and the challenges.View a range of handouts and videos looking at the vast range of biodiversity and natural resources on-farm, and simple practical measures that you can take to improve habitats and ecosystems here.Tony...
2024-02-2020 min
TramlinesFarming for the Future: The Carbon-Cutting Potential of Incorporating Pulses and LegumesToday we’re going to be talking with Lucy Cottingham, Agrii UK digital agronomy manager, Steve Portas agronomist and Northern technical advisor and Josh Murphy, RHIZA product manager. Agriculture is a very significant emitter of CO2 and today we are going to be talking about an innovative project called Nitrogen Climate Smart, which aims to bring about a reduction of 1.5mt of CO2 emissions per annum. The aim is to increase pulse and legume crops in arable cropping to 20%, the benefits of which to both arable and livestock enterprises could lead to cost savings over £1m per year. Let’s lear...
2024-02-2020 min
TramlinesCheck Your Bits and BobsToday we are talking with Petra Martin, group head of health and safety and Billy Hosdell, agronomist at Agrii. While we care for our animals and crops and the people around us, do we look after ourselves? We ask what are some of the key health risks and what can we learn from those who have real life experiences to share?We are giving every listener a copy of the FCN’s Fit for Farming booklet. Simply email your address to info@agrii.co.uk and we will send you one in the post (there is a ma...
2024-02-0620 min
TramlinesManaging Wet Winter-Worn Soils for Performance and ProfitToday we are going to be talking with David Purdy, territory business manager in East of England for John Deere and Steve Corbett, trials manager at Agrii. With a backdrop of a very wet winter; where some fields need re drilling and in other fields, we need to establish a spring crop. But how do we approach soils this spring to maximise crop performance in this very challenging season.With relentless winter rain in many parts of the country following an already challenging autumn for many, winter-sown crops are going to need a lot of care and...
2024-02-0620 min
TramlinesSeed Select: Unearthing Top Varieties for AutumnToday, we're going to hear from Agrii's Rodger Shirreff, national seed business manager, John Miles, seed technical manager, and David Leaper seed technical specialist. With the launch of the new recommended list for cereals and oilseed rape, we're going to look into what's new and what does this mean for seed availability and the grower? View Seed Spring Yearbook here. Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in th...
2023-12-1230 min
TramlinesEnhancing Agronomic Decisions with TechnologyIn this episode we are going to be talking about digital innovation, and look at what could be the benefit of integrating these technologies into our farming. Also talking us through an exciting new project at Agrii we are joined by Jonathan Trotter, Technology Trials Manager and Lucy Cottingham, UK Digital Agronomy Development Manager.View Seed Spring Yearbook here. Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the So...
2023-11-1420 min
TramlinesVarietal Visions: National Trials and Growing Season InsightsToday we are going to hear from some of Agrii’s iFarms around the U.K. to find out more about this years headline results and learnings going forward for 2024. In this podcast, we start with a national overview from Agrii’s seed technical manager John Miles...The Harvest 2023 iFarm Results Report is now available here. Enclosed in this year’s report, you will find information useful to inform future decisions on variety choice for disease, pest and lodging management. Also, variety results on our winter and spring cereal and winter oilseed rape trials as well as a spec...
2023-10-3020 min
TramlinesHarvest 23 Wrapped with a World Record ChampionToday we are talking to Rod Smith, who farms in Northumberland, and Agrii agronomist Sam Brand. Having achieved a world record yield in 2015, Rod talks about what limits yield, how changes in farming techniques impacts crop potential and what he has learned and changed on his farm ready he hopes to achieve another breaking yield.Jump back to Harvest 2015 and watch the video where Rod and his team share the story on how they broke the world record here.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming...
2023-10-1720 min
TramlinesOptimising OSR Autumn CanopiesToday we are talking to Agrii's Mark Glover, product manager for biologicals, adjuvants and micronutrition and Tim Horton, technical manager for combinable crops. Today we’re going to focus in on OSR and examine some of the early season challenges with some novel solutions. Read an article from Agrii's David Leaper, Seed Technical Manager, on an Eight Point Plan for Managing Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle here. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the far...
2023-10-0320 min
TramlinesTime to Start Carbon Auditing?Today we are talking to Freya Morgan who farms near Huntingdon and Jo Bell, agronomist at Agrii. Reducing the farm carbon footprint, why is that important, where do we start, what is right from your farm, what can we learn from others and crucially is there a benefit when it comes to crop productivity and the farm business. Are you looking for a new career? Agrii have a range of positions available from a marketing lead to crop input specialist. Visit the Agrii website for more information and grow with us! Tony Smith is your h...
2023-09-1920 min
TramlinesPost-Harvest Farm Clean Up: How Green is your Farm?Today, we are talking to Amy Watkins, sustainability manager at Agrii, and Joe Farmer, project coordinator of the Green Tractor Scheme. So why is it important to recycle farm plastic waste? What is the aim of the new Green Tractor Scheme and does this initiative help not only the environment but your farm business too. Agrii customers are able to claim a 5% discount when making a collection order with certain recycling specialists who are involved in the Green Tractor Scheme network. When making an order, simply use the code AGRII5, then quote your Agrii account number to c...
2023-09-0520 min
TramlinesThe True Cost of Farmland Habitat DeliveryIn this episode, we are talking to Marek Nowakowski, Ecologist, Wildlife Expert and Consultant at Agrii and Paul Pickford Farm Business Consultant. Establishing farm habitats is a real focus for farmers, today we are going to examine the real cost and benefit. How can we balance the financial return with the cost of establishment, and ensure that creating wildlife habitats is good for the environment and the financial health of our farm businesses.Watch a range of videos delivered by Marek here which feature topics ranging from filling the hungry gap to succession planning for pollination.
2023-08-2220 min
TramlinesCoping with Loneliness and Isolation in FarmingIn this episode, we are talking to Petra Martin, head of health and safety at Agrii, Alex Phillimore head of communications and development at FCN and Sam Bailey, Agrii agronomist and farmer. Today, we’re going to talk about loneliness and isolation. What are the causes? What are the effects and what can we do to combat this within the agricultural industry? We are giving every listener a copy of the FCN’s Fit for Farming booklet. Simply email your address to info@agrii.co.uk and we will send you one in the post (there is a ma...
2023-08-0820 min
TramlinesFert Market Update: Managing the Price SpikeToday we are talking to Agrii's Tom Land, fertiliser technical manager and Josh Pratt, fertiliser product manager. Mitigating risk and managing opportunity with fertiliser - how can we do that when input costs and output prices can be so changeable, combined with the challenges of growing a crop. Learn more about our Agrii-Start fertiliser range, including Agrii-Start Release - a unique phosphorus activator in soils. Agrii-Start Release increases the availability of other soil nutrients, prevents lock up and in turn increases the release of phosphate. Find out more here.Tony Smith is your host on T...
2023-07-2520 min
TramlinesGroundswell Session: Can you have too Much Organic Matter?Today, we are at Groundswell 2023, here in Hertfordshire and we're joined by Amy Watkins, sustainability manager and Steve Corbett trials manager at Agrii, Simon Weaving from Weaving Machinery and Oliver Harris who farms in Dorset. A key topic of discussion here today is around organic matter. Why is it so important, what are we trying to achieve and how do we get there? And how do we benchmark and measure our soil organic matter levels?Listen to Tramline's #1 podcast “Digging into Soil Organic Matter” with Professor Andy Neal, Soil Microbiologist from Rothamsted, where he explores what we mean...
2023-07-1120 min
TramlinesThe Future of Fueling your Farm MachineryIn this episode we are talking to Richard Anthony of R&L Anthony Farms near Bridgend in South Wales, George Mills area sales manager of new Holland and Amy Watkins, sustainability manager from Agrii. Today we are exploring using methane to fuel the farm tractor, and if this is an opportunity to shape farming's future. In turn how can that help achieve net zero and is this a dream or reality?If you would like to read more on Richard Anthony’s carbon footprint journey, click here and explore how the farm reached net zero.To...
2023-06-2720 min
TramlinesTaking a Reality Check on Regen FarmingToday we are talking to farmer, Tom Martin, well-known farmer and influencer, farming near Peterborough and Agrii agronomist Neil Harper. Regen, what is the reality check that we honestly need to answer to be able to learn from and go forward? Today we are going to look at some of the critical areas in crop production to find that right balance.To discover more around the principles around regenerative farming, click here to access Insight Report 1: Improving Soil Resilience, which is the first of five Insight Reports.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based...
2023-06-2720 min
TramlinesSustainable Decisions Start with SeedIn this episode, we are talking to John Miles, Agrii Seed Technical Manager, and Agrii Crop Input Specialist, Sophie Dillon. "Variety Sustainability Ratings", what do they mean and how do we use them? Can making the right variety choices lower the risk, buy you time in season and maximise your productivity? Direct from our experts, get all the knowledge you need to make the best variety choices for your farm in one handy place. Get your Agrii Autumn Seed Yearbook here.Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.u...
2023-06-1330 min
TramlinesRethinking Grassland Fertiliser as Animal FeedIn this episode, we are talking to Peter Scott technical director from Origin Fertilisers and Ben Lowe national forage manager from Agrii. What can farmers do to balance their input costs with improving their grassland performance? What does that mean for the livestock enterprise? And how can we rethink grassland fertiliser as animal feed? The 2023 Agrii Guide to Grass and Roots is now available. This is a ‘golden’ edition of the document, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Master Leys. Download UK version and Scottish version now. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the...
2023-05-3020 min
TramlinesLive on Farm With Thatcher's Cider: Build Resilience in your Farming System by Understanding your End UserToday we are at Thatcher's Cider Company, Myrtle Farm in the heart of Somerset, talking to Chris Muntz-Torres, farm manager, Richard Johnson, cider maker and Matt Greep horticultural agronomist at Agrii. Today we are going to ask key questions about sustainable crop production. How do we integrate IPM? And how do we connect growing a quality crop with a quality end product. Visit Agrii at the National Fruit Show on the 1st and 2nd November and the Vineyard and Winery show on the 22nd Nov 2023. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in...
2023-05-1620 min
TramlinesLive on Farm: How Much Habitat do I Need?In this episode we are kicking off season 3 talking to Marek Nowakowski, Ecologist, Wildlife Expert and Consultant at Agrii. We are visiting one of Marek's favourite wildlife sites in the stunning Oxfordshire countryside. SFI, stewardship and the environment are important topics of conversation, today we are going to look specifically at wildlife habitat and the important benefits for both wildlife and farm productivity. Asking how much habitat I need? Read more on how you can enhance the environment with a range of resources here: https://www.agrii.co.uk/greenhorizons/the-environment/ Tony Smith is your h...
2023-05-0220 min
TramlinesLive from the Engine Room: Updated Forage Trial and Biogas Plant Results Available Now for Feedstock Choices this SeasonIn this episode, we are talking to consultant, Philip Marr and Agrii‘s Crop Inputs Specialists John Charlton and Matt Richardson. Today we are at the World Biogas Expo at the NEC in Birmingham, where a summary of results from the Brotherton iFarm forage trials and biogas plant were presented by Phil. We will be looking into those findings asking where are the key opportunities both financial and agronomic for the farm business.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Ag...
2023-04-1820 min
TramlinesThe Emerging Technique that Identifies Crop Deficiencies Before Symptoms are VisibleIn this episode, we’re talking to Agrii’s Jim Carswell, R&D manager in the North and Peter Southwell, who farms on the South of the Yorkshire Wolds. Today we discover the importance of analysing soil and plant health. Can this approach really make a difference in helping us enhance crop performance?Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter. Got a pod...
2023-04-0420 min
TramlinesThe Latest Low Carbon 'Rocket Fuel' Fert Products, Principles and Technologies to Achieve Efficient FarmingIn this episode, we’re talking to Tom Perrott, Crop Inputs Specialist at Agrii. Efficient farming is always a key topic, what does that mean as we look at this season and beyond? Today we are going to ask some questions, how can we improve efficiency of crop production that in turn leads to improved profitability. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter. ...
2023-03-2120 min
TramlinesStriking a Healthy Balance with Spring NutritionIn this episode we are talking to Sam Fordham, head of technical at RHIZA and Tom Land, fertiliser technical manager at Agrii. Today we are going to talk about nitrogen management for the spring, looking at variable rates, strategies and building in resilience. And why this is crucial for success at harvest. Find out more about Liqui-Safe here https://bit.ly/liqui_safe.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before...
2023-03-0720 min
TramlinesMaking the Most of Home Grown ForageIn this episode we are talking to Agrii's Adam Simper, national grass roots and environmental seeds manager and Hayley Wellings, forage technical specialist. Today we are going to be asking how can we make the most of forage, a key question not just for livestock farmers but also for those growing forage crops to improve soil health. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a p...
2023-02-2120 min
TramlinesLive from Lamma: Understanding Your SoilsIn this episode we are talking to Agrii's Amy Watkins Sustainability Manager, Tom Perrott Crop Inputs Specialist and Nathan Lewis Business Development Manager at RHIZA. We are here at LAMMA 2023 at the NEC near Birmingham on Agrii's exhibition stand where the theme is 'understanding your soils'. But what does understanding your soils really mean and why is that so important?Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his...
2023-02-0920 min
TramlinesDirect Drilling: A Farm Scale Experiment with Andrew Ward and Agrii In this episode we are talking to Andrew Ward who farms Glebe Farm near Leadenham, in Lincolnshire and Steve Corbett, Trials Manager from Agrii. Today we are going to be looking into a farm scale experiment that investigates if a change was needed to the farm system, that focused on drilling techniques and min-till. Andrew is also the host farmer for our Leadenham iFarm site. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for ma...
2023-02-0720 min
TramlinesFocus on Soil Health and Achieve Net Zero In this episode we are at Agrii's South Wales iFarm talking to Amy Watkins, sustainability manager at Agrii, Chris Taylor, Agrii agronomist & Nuffield Scholar and Dan Moore, farm manager. Today we are discussing how focusing on soil health will improve sustainability, reaching net zero and how this can be done. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-11-2920 min
TramlinesEnvironmental Schemes: Stick or Twist?In this episode we are talking to Paul Pickford farm business consultant and Beth Metson environmental farm consultant at Agrii. Today we will be making sense of environmental schemes, what does it mean for farm activity, and what is the direction of travel.Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in t...
2022-11-0130 min
TramlinesMaking Potatoes ProfitableIn this episode we are talking to Nick Winmill, technical and R&D manager for potatoes at Agrii and Matt Audley, technical manager for Plant Health Care. We will be discussing new solutions for potatoes delivered through R&D and how that can be done to the real benefit of grower for sustainable production. We will also be talking about a new Agrii initiative 'The Potato Partnership'.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming i...
2022-08-2320 min
TramlinesWhy Variety Choice is Critical for this SeasonIn this episode, we are talking to John Miles, seed technical manager at Agrii. Today we are going to talk about variety selection for wheat and barley. Asking the big question - is variety selection just as important, if not more important for this Autumn?Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He w...
2022-08-0929 min
TramlinesGroundswell Session: Stories From The Soil Up With Three Regen FarmersIn this episode we are live from Groundswell 2022 talking to farmers George Fraser, David White, Peter Cartwright and Andrew Richards, Senior Agronomist at Agrii, about their regenerative farming journeys. Today we are going to look into the transition to regenerative farming – what lessons can be learned, what gains have been seen on farm and how can the experiences of these three farmers help others considering this shift?Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB. Tony Smith is your hos...
2022-06-2830 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEJak zwalczać wyczyńca polnego i stokłosy | Colin LloydZapraszamy na kolejny a zarazem ostatni odcinek 2 sezonu Podcastu na Ugorze. Serie kończymy spotkaniem z wyjątkowym gościem - Colinem Lloydem - Szefem Agronomii Agrii UK. W odcinku:Opowiadamy o jednym z najważniejszych centrów doświadczalnictwa rolniczego w Wielkiej Brytanii. Dzielimy się ponad 20 letnim doświadczeniem nad zwalczaniem wyczyńca polnego. Podajemy wskazówki jak poradzić sobie ze stokłosami. Bardzo nas cieszy, że podcast słucha coraz więcej osób, ponieważ robimy go przede wszystkim dla Was, z miłości do rolnictwa. Do usłyszenia w nowym sezonie, już w sier
2022-06-0323 min
TramlinesUsing Soil Health to Build Farm Resilience and ProductivityIn this episode we are talking to Agrii's Amy Watkins, Sustainability Project Manager, Mark Dewes, Sustainable Farming Lead and Rod Smith, who farms in Northumberland. Today we are going to focus on farm productivity and farm resilience and how they can be achieved by improving soil health.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-05-3120 min
TramlinesHybrid Rye: A Solution to Today's Farming ChallengesIn this episode we are talking to Ben Lowe, National Forage Product Manager at Agrii. Today we are going to look into hybrid rye and the reasons why we should give this crop some serious consideration, both as a feed and growing as a viable profitable crop.Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-05-1720 min
TramlinesWhat Does Net Zero Mean For Farming?In this episode we are talking to Amy Watkins, Sustainability Project Manager at Agrii. Today we are going to look into Net Zero, what it means for growers and why we should be paying such close attention to how this could potentially help with farm income. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-05-0320 minTramlinesHelping Wildlife to Bridge the Hungry Gap on FarmJoin us for our first recording on farm where in this episode we are talking to Marek Nowakowski, Ecologist, Wildlife Expert and Consultant at Agrii. We are going to focus in on supporting insects and pollinators on our farms, and specifically why the hungry gap is such a threat in the early spring. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-04-2820 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEO szkodnikach w kukurydzy, o omacnicy prosowiance i nie tylko | dr Grzegorz PruszyńskiDziś w PODCAŚCIE NA UGORZE rozmawiamy z dr Grzegorzem Pruszyńskim, Specjalistą ds. Produktów Biologicznych Agrii Polska.Na tapet bierzemy kukurydzę i szkodniki w kukurydzy. Podpowiemy również jak się pozbyć szkodników w plantacji kukurydzy. Ile szkodników mamy w kukurydzy? Jak pozbyć się omacnicy prosowianki i dlaczego same środki ochrony roślin nie wystarczą?Ponadto porozmawiamy o rozwoju produktów biologicznych. O procesie produkcji preparatów mikrobiologicznych, o wykorzystaniu ich w praktyce do ograniczania presji agrofagów, jak i również w celu wspomagania naturalnych procesów zachodzących w glebie, dla korzyści samego...
2022-04-2523 minTramlinesMitigating the Challenges of a Global Supply ChainIn this episode we are talking to Matthew Williams, Commercial Manager at Agrii. The focus this week is the topical subject of product availability and the growing complexities of the supply chain, with tips on how to plan ahead and navigate the challenges of accessing the right products needed on farm. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-04-1420 minTramlinesGetting the Most From Your MaizeIn this episode we are talking to Ben Lowe, National Forage Product Manager at Agrii. Today we will be finding out what the future holds for maize, with a focus on key areas that we need to consider before we put the crop in the ground. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-03-1720 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEWpływ wojny w Ukrainie na podaż i ceny płodów rolnych na Świecie | Artur GołębiowskiW dzisiejszym odcinku Podcastu na Ugorze, rozmawiamy o wpływie sytuacji w Ukrainie, na podaż oraz ceny płodów rolnych na Świecie. Rząd Ukraiński wprowadził zakas eksportu nawozów, żyta, jęczmienia, gryki, prosa cukru i mięsa, a eksport pszenicy, kukurydzy i słonecznika będzie podlegał dużym ograniczeniom. Bez wątpienia wojna na Ukrainie - kraju, który jest największym producentem oleju słonecznikowego, jednym z największych na świecie eksporterów kukurydzy i pszenicy, będzie miała wpływ na ceny i dostępności żywności na Świecie. Rozmawiamy z Ar...
2022-03-1524 minTramlinesFrom Health to Climate: Exploring the Benefits and Options for Alternative CroppingIn this episode we are talking to Skye Van Heyzen from Agrii, who has been working on crop innovation that delivers real value across the food chain. Today we will be looking at the real opportunities for some crops that can deliver value from the farm gate right through to the consumer. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in the South West and with a farming background, he graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture. He worked in the farming industry for many years before developing his career as a presenter.
2022-03-0320 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEJak uprawiać słonecznik? | Piotr RybkowskiO uprawie, której największym producentem jest Ukraina. O słoneczniku rozmawiamy z Piotrem Rybkowskim, Dyrektorem Sprzedaży Agrii Południe, który podzieli się swoim 18. letnim doświadczeniem w prowadzeniu tej uprawy. Jak siać słonecznik? Jak chronić słonecznik? Jak zbierać słonecznik? Na te pytania odpowiemy w dzisiejszym odcinku. *Pragniemy zaznaczyć, że odcinek został nagrany przed wydarzeniami, które mają obecnie miejsce na Ukrainie. Całym sercem jesteśmy z pracownikami oraz rodzinami pracowników oddziału naszej firmy Agrii Ukraine.
2022-03-0127 minTramlinesYour Spring Fertiliser Options ExplainedIn this episode we are talking to Tom Land, fertiliser manager at Agrii and Sam Fordham, technical manager at RHIZA. Today the focus turns to spring fertiliser needs for arable crops. With fertiliser availability issues, increases to prices and grain price futures looking promising, how can growers balance the issues with the opportunities?
2022-02-1720 minTramlinesThe 25 Year Environment Plan: Stacking up the Environmental and Business BenefitsIn this episode we are talking to Beth Metson, farm environmental advisor at Agrii. Today we will be looking at the 25 year environment plan and how that policy links with the SFI, why this approach is different and what sustainable farming could really mean for farmers.
2022-02-0320 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEJak i ile zaoszczędzić na azocie? | Iwona JandaWitamy ponownie, w 2. sezonie Podcastu na Ugorze!W 2. sezonie przygotowaliśmy dla Was 13 merytorycznych odcinków, o najciekawszych i najbardziej palących rolników tematach. Pierwszy odcinek, to konkretna dawka azotu, o którym rozmawiamy z Iwoną Jandą - Specjalistką ds. Rozwoju Agrii Polska. O tym jak poprawić wykorzystanie azotu, ile można zaoszczędzić na azocie, nie tracąc na plonie oraz czy warto oszczędzać na azocie, czy może wręcz przeciwnie, dowiecie się z dzisiejszego odcinka. W roli prowadzącego, niezmiennie Tomek Haase.
2022-01-3124 minTramlinesTaking Stock of Understanding your ForageIn this episode we are talking to two livestock specialists from Agrii, Ben Lowe national forage product manager and Emma Gatehouse, livestock product manager. Today we will be focusing on livestock production. In these uncertain times, we're looking at how farmers can improve productivity that in turn, leads to a noticeably improved gross margin.
2022-01-2020 minTramlinesThe Importance of Analysing Soil and Plant HealthIn this episode we are taking to Jim Carswell, R&D manger in the North at Agrii. Today we will be hearing about how we can gain an even greater insight into crop health in season to decipher exactly what nutrients are required, fine tuning inputs to maximise performance and gross margin, that in turn may help us with environmental considerations.
2022-01-1320 minTramlinesNavigating Your Way Through Farm Income Support Scheme ChangesIn this episode, we are talking to Paul Pickford, Farm Business Consultant. Today we will be asking some key questions concerning the sustainable farming incentive (SFI) and how this scheme fits with the BPS being phased out. How can farmers navigate through the biggest changes in farm income support schemes in nearly 50 years?Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB.
2021-12-0930 minTramlinesA Farmer's View on Greener HorizonsIn this episode we are talking to Bill Smith who farms in Speyside, Scotland, and Amy Watkins Sustainability Project Manager at Agrii. We will be asking some key questions on how we can adopt ways of farming in an environmentally sustainable way, that will help the environment, our crop production output and farm business sustainability.
2021-11-2520 minTramlinesBoosting Bugs in SoilIn this episode we are talking to Agrii’s senior agronomist Andrew Richards. Todays topic is boosting bugs in soils. We are asking what does this mean, what is the agronomic benefit and is there a financial benefit for the grower.
2021-11-1120 minTramlinesSoil and Nutrition Solutions In this episode we are talking to Agrii’s Tom Land, fertiliser technical manager and regional technical advisor and farmer David Felce. We will look at options for winter fert for crops already in the ground and preparing the ground for the following spring.*Please note: This podcast was recorded in early September 2021, therefore any prices mentioned within the podcast may have increased considerably at the time of listening.
2021-10-2820 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEKukurydza - niekwestionowana królowa upraw w Polsce | Paweł Ślęzak #10Gościem kolejnego odcinka Podcastu na Ugorze jest Paweł Ślęzak - Dyrektor Działu Nasiennego Agrii. Tematem przewodnim dzisiejszego odcinka jest kukurydza. Razem z Pawłem odpowiemy na pytania, m.in. dlaczego kukurydza szturmem zdobyła świat i Polskę? Na co zwrócić uwagę przy doborze odmiany? Jak przygotować dobrą kiszonkę z kukurydzy?
2021-10-2627 minTramlinesCultivating the Future of Vegetable FarmingIn this episode, we are talking to Agrii's vegetable and arable agronomist Kathryn Styan. Today we will be looking at the vegetable sector, what challenges growers are facing and what can the arable sector learn in the techniques and approaches taken by these growers.
2021-10-1520 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEAgrii to ludzie | Bogusz Smykała #9Co oznacza poniedziałek? Kolejny odcinek naszego Podcastu na Ugorze! Gościem dzisiejszego odcinka jest Bogusz Smykała - Dyrektor Działu Sprzedaży Agrii. Tym razem nie rozmawiamy o produktach, a o ludziach: Co zrobić żeby pracować w Agrii? Jak aplikować? Czy dobrze się tutaj pracuje?Zapraszamy!
2021-10-1119 minTramlinesWellies, Work and WellbeingIn this episode we are talking to Mark Thomas from the Farming Community Network (FCN) and Petra Martin from Agrii. With the ever increasing challenges being faced in the agricultural industry, it is important to know where advice, support or a listening ear can be found.
2021-09-1620 minTramlinesBenchmarking your Arable PerformanceIn this episode we we are talking to Tim Horton, regional technical advisor and Mark Dewes, farmer & agronomist from Agrii. With farming facing significant change, today we are going to look at farm productivity and viability and find out how Agrii's Green Horizon's initiative helps deliver these two key elements on farm, balancing the science with economics. Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB.
2021-09-0230 min
PODCAST NA UGORZEWybór odmiany zbóż ma znaczenie | Agata Łosiakowska - Smolińska #6Zapraszamy na nowy odcinek Podcastu na Ugorze. W dzisiejszym odcinku naszym gościem jest Agata Łosiakowska - Smolińska - Kierowniczka ds. Kontroli Jakości w Agrii Polska. Razem z Tomkiem odpowiedzą na pytania m.in. o tym, na co zwrócić uwagę przy wyborze zbóż w tym sezonie? Gdzie szukać wiarygodnych informacji na ich temat oraz czy niska masa tysiąca nasion ma wpływ na plon?
2021-08-3021 minTramlinesYour Crop Protection Armoury for a Sustainable FutureIn this episode we are talking to Agrii’s Chris Glover, head of crop protection and Jessica Farrant, commercial account manager. Today we are going to look closely at crop protection (CP) products, how they are carefully scrutinised and reviewed before they reach the farmer and how a constant ongoing assessment of their performance helps agronomists work with growers to deliver suitable crop protection now and in the future.
2021-08-1920 minTramlinesUnearthing the New and Old of Regen AgricultureIn this episode we are talking about regenerative agriculture with farmer Tom Martin and Agrii agronomist John Vickery. We will be asking the question what is regenerative agriculture, is it something new and the key question of what are the benefits to growers.
2021-07-2220 minTramlinesRaising the Bar on Variety SelectionIn this episode we are talking to Colin Lloyd, Head of Agronomy within Agrii’s technical team. We will examine variety choice in the context of sustainability and more specifically Agrii’s variety sustainability rating and how that fits in our Green Horizons initiative. Claim 1 BASIS point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB.
2021-07-2229 minTramlinesRe-think your Risk for Farm Safety WeekIn this episode we are talking about Farm Safety Week with Petra Martin, Agrii’s Head of Health and Safety and Stephanie Berkeley from the Farm Safety Foundation. With fatalities increasing on our farms, our focus today is to talk about Farm Safety Week and how we can all re-think risk on our farms.
2021-07-0820 minTramlinesTailored Nutrition from Root to ShootIn this episode we are talking about liquid fertiliser with Agrii's Paul Gill and OSR starter fertiliser with Tom Perrott. With fertiliser being a key input for crops, we are taking a look at how both liquid and starter fertilisers can help growers improve their gross margins and help the environment at the same time.
2021-06-2420 minTramlinesWhat's on your Variety Shopping List?In this episode, we are talking about varieties and OSR with Agrii’s Seed Technical Manager John Miles. We will be looking at varietal choice and OSR, considering varietal traits and why the decisions we make choosing a seed variety are so important.
2021-06-1020 minTramlinesNutrients, Nitrogen and NutritionIn this episode we are talking about the future of agronomising nutrition with Agrii’s Tom Land, Fertiliser Technical Manager and Jamie Lyttle, Fertiliser Product Manager. We will look at how this can help growers produce both sustainable and profitable crops.
2021-05-2720 minTramlinesGetting a Buzz from Bio-SolutionsIn this episode we are talking about bio-solutions with Clare Bend, Head of Technical at Agrii. We will be looking at the question of why bio-solutions, the potential benefits and agronomy programmes and looking at some of the current projects in research and their aims. Claim 1 BASIS and NRoSO point for listening to this podcast. Email info@agrii.co.uk with your membership number, full name, postcode and DOB.
2021-05-1320 minTramlinesThe Horizons are GreenIn this episode we are talking about sustainable food production with Amy Watkins, Sustainability Project Manager and Rob Bowes, Agronomist and Soil Specialist. We will look at Agrii's Green Horizons initiative and the use of science to help us manage our soils better to help the environment and farmers bottom line.
2021-04-1620 minTramlinesSowing the SeedIn this episode we are talking about arable seed treatments with David Leaper, Technical Seed Specialist at Agrii. We will look at the role of seed treatments for cereals, why we are protecting crops in this way and how certified seed helps manage seed and seedling disease.
2021-04-1520 min