Advisory Bulletin

Regular updates throughout the growing season. Providing forecasts and info to support in field decision making.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 14

First case of virus yellows found. Growers urged to continue to monitor crops.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 13

Beet crops developing rapidly across the region. Growers urged to remain vigilant for green wingless aphids, and whilst out in-field to carry out a quick check...

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 12

Further advice regarding aphid spread and control.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 11

Dr Mark Stevens advises growers to check their own crops before spraying.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 10

Aphid watch monitors quick rise in numbers of winged aphids, but cooler wet weather should help to contain spread.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 9

Pest pressure update.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 8

Growers encouraged to check the crops for aphids and keep up to date with developments via the BBRO Aphid Survey, available on the website.

19 Advisory Bulletin No 7

Details of emergency authorisation of Biscaya now released.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 6

90% of beet have now been drilled. Growers advised to take care re use of herbicides, to ensure plant growth is not overly checked.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 5

Emergency Authorisation for Biscaya use has been successful. Conditions of use to be confirmed, further details will follow. Yellow water pan network will com...

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 4

Drilling well underway, with conditions favourable. Reminder to check seed depth and moisture levels.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 3

Warm settled weather should make progress with drilling possible this week.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 2

Virus Yellows Forecast now available. Important for growers to understand the potential impact to crop.

2019 Advisory Bulletin No 1

Welcome to the first Advisory Bulletin of 2019. Whilst the weather may be warm, we urge caution re-drilling.

2018 Advisory Bulletin No. 17

Seed orders are now being processed, with a range of seed treatments to choose from, but what do they all do?

2018 Advisory Bulletin No. 16

Harvesters are now rolling but the job is not yet done. Check your crop during lifting to assess and reduce losses.

2018 Advisory Bulletin No. 15

Harvesting will shortly be underway, but dry weather conditions are raising concerns.

2018 Advisory Bulletin No. 14

Diseases now being found in the crop. Check before spraying.

2018 Advisory Bulletin No. 13

Foliar diseases in pictures to help growers identify any issues with their crop.

2018 Advisory Bulletin No 12

First signs of foliar disease. Check across varieties and treat accordingly.