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Join ADAS and AHDB to see the plot demonstrations and discuss pests, weeds and diseases with technical updates and experts on hand.

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https://ahdb.org.uk/events/adas-and-ahdb-summer-open-day-in-herefordshire?utm_s…

Tuesday, 18 June 2024

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Middle House Farm, Burley Gate, Hereford, Herefordshire

HR1 3QP

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Demonstrations will focus on:

  • Full winter wheat Recommended List
  • How the varieties have coped during this difficult season
  • Wheat disease management
  • Nutrition
  • Cover crops
  • Cultivation

Experts will be on hand to discuss each demonstration and provide insight into the wheat variety resistance ratings and yield outlook for the year ahead.

We’ll provide refreshments and lunch so please register so we know the numbers for catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

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