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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 02/10/2026
Several of our scientists presented at the Integrated Control in Oilseed Crops conference this week on: 🧑‍🔬Emergence of fungicide resistance in Phoma 🧑‍🔬Abiotic stress on Phoma stem canker of oilseed rape  🧑‍🔬Impacts of clover on spore release in Phoma  🧑‍🔬Using fungi as biocontrol agents of pollen beetles
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 28/09/2026
Great to have a mix of researchers, farmers, and ag-tech here today to discuss the adoption of green ammonia fertiliser in the UK. Find out more about research in this area: niccee.org NICCEE Global Center
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 25/09/2026
🚨Scientists have found resistance to a major group of fungicides in populations of the oilseed rape pathogen Plenodomus biglobosus for the first time worldwide🚨 This raises concerns that control of Phoma stem canker could become increasingly challenging ow.ly/btXc50ZRoiT #farming
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 24/09/2026
Join researchers, farmers, ag-tech innovators and industry leaders at Rothamsted for Agri-Tech Week to discover how cutting-edge research is being turned into practical solutions in crop protection and pest detection. 🎟️ ow.ly/j73x50ZKGih #ATW2026 #farming @agri-teche.bsky.social
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 23/09/2026
🌱 New Soil Health Hub Out Now Explore the new Agricology Soil Health Hub, bringing together the best practical resources, advice & case studies to help farmers & growers understand, assess & improve soil health. Get digging 👇 agricology.co.uk/resource/soil-heal…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 22/09/2026
A fascinating link between soil science and human health. Rothamsted researchers used long-term soil data to help reveal why iodized salt has been such a transformative public‑health intervention across the globe. Full story 👇 ow.ly/y9F050ZPC7y #soil #ethiopia #health
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 21/09/2026
1 week to go until this free workshop! Green ammonia could transform how fertiliser is produced and supplied in the UK...what would it mean for farmers in practice? Register to join farmers, researchers and policy experts: buytickets.at/rothamstedresearch2/2… #farming #agriculture
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 11/09/2026
New study suggests conservation agriculture's impact on GHGs is more complex than previously thought. While some principles consistently reduce emissions, others can increase them depending on environmental conditions & management decisions👇 ow.ly/CvRO50ZMwSK #farming #climate
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 09/09/2026
Join researchers, farmers, ag-tech innovators and industry leaders at Rothamsted for Agri-Tech Week to discover how cutting-edge research is being turned into practical solutions in crop protection and pest detection. 🎟️ ow.ly/j73x50ZKGih #ATW2026 #farming @agri-teche.bsky.social
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 03/09/2026
Curious about more sustainable fertiliser? Join us for a free half-day workshop on green ammonia. Register now: buytickets.at/rothamstedresearch2/2… #farming #agriculture
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 02/09/2026
What matters most for the future of your farm? Complete this 15 minute survey so we can focus our research on the real-world challenges that farmers are facing 👇 forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon... Please share with your networks! #farming #agriculture #agtech
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 28/08/2026
📣Farmers & land managers - help us so we can help you! Monitoring biodiversity is becoming more important – but we need techniques, tools and support that work for you! Take the survey to tell us your opinions and help us build strategies and tools that work for you👇 ow.ly/rvrB50ZAl6I
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 25/08/2026
New study finds that if the planet warms by around 3°C, average global wheat prices could rise to USD 364 per ton, roughly three times higher than the inflation‑adjusted price in 2010. Full story 👇 ow.ly/UiMM50ZF33F #farming #agriculture #climatechange #drought
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 20/08/2026
What matters most fo the future of your farm? Complete this 15 minute survey so we can focus our research on the real-world challenges that farmers are facing 👇 surl.li/dkvdif Please share with your networks! #farming #agriculture #agtech
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 17/08/2026
Monitoring biodiversity is becoming more important for farmers – but we need techniques, tools and support that work for you! Take the survey to tell us your opinions and help us build strategies and tools that work for your farm business👇 ow.ly/an0W50ZAl2J
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 31/07/2026
It was a pleasure to welcome Victoria Collins MP for Harpenden and Berkhamsted. She learnt about the world-leading, innovative science taking place across our campus and how we are aligning with the UKRI strategy to accelerate impact, innovation and commercialisation.
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 22/07/2026
A pleasure to participate in #EvidenceWeek in Parliament alongside @ukceh.bsky.social, speaking to MPs and peers about the new Land Use Framework and the research that should inform how we use land👇 ow.ly/2VAg50Zrj9v 📸: @senseaboutsci.bsky.social
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 21/07/2026
Park Grass is 170 🎉The long-term experiment continues to reveal how ecosystems respond to nutrients, soil chemistry and environmental change across nearly two centuries. Huge thanks to all who surveyed the plots (in serious☀️) Full story 👇 ow.ly/qYKC50ZpYpT #biodiversity #ecology #farming
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 15/07/2026
Green ammonia could transform how fertiliser is produced and supplied in the UK. But what would it mean for farmers in practice? 📅28th September, 9:30-14:00 📍Rothamsted Research, Harpenden ✉️Register: nwevents@rothamsted.ac.uk #ammonia #farming #agriculture NICCEE Global Center
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 08/07/2026
Another fantastic #Groundswell2026 last week! Thank you all who spoke to us. Got questions? Send us a DM✉️ 📣Farmers - we want your input on future research - please complete this 5 min survey: ow.ly/YhSw50ZlxCn
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 07/07/2026
We attended the Opening Reverse Select Committee Hearing ahead of #EvidenceWeek in Parliament with @senseaboutsci.bsky.social presenting evidence on "What should we use land for? – new evidence shows where and how to deliver the Land Use Framework" 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 03/07/2026
Low asparagine wheat receives confirmation of precision bred status under Genetic Technology Act, marking major milestone for using gene editing to improve food safety in UK👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/low-aspar…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 30/06/2026
We're all set up for #Groundswell2026 and excited to speak to you about our research on #RegenerativeAgriculture! Plus earn BASIS points at our stand.
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 29/06/2026
Researchers from an international collaboration tackling cassava brown streak disease completed a field visit to Tanzania, testing cutting-edge disease detection technology in real farming conditions👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/tanzania-…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 25/06/2026
Don't miss workshops with our scientists at #Groundswell2026 next week 📅Wednesday 🪴Optimising plant protection 📅Thursday 🪴Beneficial Insects for Crop Pest Control 🪴Insect safari: Soil Saviours, Flower Friends & Crop Champions 🪴8 Minute Ideas on Diversification
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 24/06/2026
We've been collecting weather data from our Harpenden site since 1853, capturing many memorable national weather events. Access data here: www.era.rothamsted.ac.uk/# As weather becomes more extreme, we're working on more resilient crops to help towards food security. #heatwave #climatechange
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 17/06/2026
Just 2 weeks to go until #Groundswell2026! Speak to our scientists about their research on: 🪴DIVERSITY 🪴LIVESTOCK INTERGRATION 🪴PROTECTING SOIL SURFACE 🪴MINIMUM SOIL DISTURBANCE 🪴MAINTAINING LIVING ROOTS Plus earn BASIS points! #RegenerativeAgriculture
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 12/06/2026
We had a fantastic time speaking to farmers at #Cereals2026! Not only did we get to share our latest research, but also hear from farmers about the issues that matter to them. Have your say: ow.ly/nsXS50Zb4mA Missed us? ✉️Send us a message 🪴Find us at #Groundswell2026
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 10/06/2026
Day one at #Cereals2026 ✅ Didn’t speak to us today? We’ll be at stand 1046 tomorrow where our scientists are eager to hear your experiences and teach you the latest in resilient farming. ✅PLUS earn BASIS points
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 08/06/2026
🌾 Visit stand 1046 at #Cereals2026 to explore the latest science and farming innovations - plus earn BASIS points 🌱 Soil health & carbon 🧬 Precision-bred crops 🦠 Crop diseases & fungicide resistance 🐜 Aphids, BYDV & wireworms 🤖 AI-powered pathogen detection
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 08/06/2026
Researchers from the UK and #Zimbabwe have launched a new project that will explore how historical approaches to land evaluation continue to shape agriculture today and how indigenous knowledge can help support future climate adaptation. Full story 👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/interna...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 29/05/2026
Scientists from Rothamsted and Sorex Sensors have showcased pioneering pest detection technology that was awarded a Gold Medal and ‘Best GreenSTEM Exhibit’ at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show as part of an exhibit led by APHA. Full story 👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/pest-de...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 27/05/2026
Field work is in full swing at Rothamsted! Watch Dr Patrick Lehr and our Scanalyzer team up to phenotype this field of wheat - in hopes of learning more about nutrient use efficiency.
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 27/05/2026
New study shows crop species, and not soil type, primarily determines the beneficial functions provided by root-associated microbes. Full story👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/plants-pr…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 22/05/2026
Curious about trying natural pest control? Listen to Charlotte and Sam on the latest RPA podcast - they've been researching integrated pest management and how farmers can reduce their reliance on pesticides ruralpayments.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/1…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 22/05/2026
Scientists at Rothamsted have developed a new screening pipeline that could help accelerate the search for future fungicide leads - meaning faster responses to emerging crop diseases🌾 Full story👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/new-pipel…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 20/05/2026
How do bacteria move through soil and plants? Hitching rides on “fungal highways”... Find out more👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/fungi-act…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 20/05/2026
A major milestone for UK gene editing 🧬🌱 We have drilled the first UK crop to receive a PBO Release Notice under the new regulatory framework. Scientists are exploring ways to increase seed size, yield and oil content in camelina👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/rothams...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 19/05/2026
At Rothamsted, we work with farmers to develop and adopt new on-farm innovations. ADOPT is a great opportunity to fund these innovations and applications are now open! bit.ly/adoptsupport... Check out current projects for inspiration too! bit.ly/adoptprojects #farming #agriculture
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 07/05/2026
Converting grassland to arable farming risks soil health and water quality🚜 Using long-term, field scale data from our Farm Platform in Devon, we found soil organic matter ⬇️45%, soil carbon and nitrogen ⬇️41%, phosphorus ⬇️ 61%👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/convert...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 01/05/2026
🌾 Arable farmers, we need your voice 📣 Drought and blackgrass are two of the biggest pressures in arable farming right now. We want to know what's actually happening on your farm, and what's working. Anonymous | 15 mins to complete 👇 gre.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6YDfI… #wheat
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 30/04/2026
England’s farms have reduced their environmental footprint over past decade, according to new modelling, though reductions vary widely between regions👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/farmings-…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 21/04/2026
A low-cost forensic method developed by Rothamsted to track sediment pollution is being adopted by the Environment Agency, marking a significant step forward in protecting water quality👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/rothamste…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 14/04/2026
Applications for paid summer research projects from the Royal Society of Biology are now open, closing 28th April! Work with leading plant health researchers on 8-10 week placements, including Rothamsted. Apply now: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health-ug-studentships.html #studentship #internship
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 09/04/2026
And it's drilled! GE barley seeds with increased lipid content, the first crop to receive a Precision Bred Organism marketing notice, are in the ground. Find out more👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/rothamste…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 08/04/2026
From willow & miscanthus agronomy, to harvest demos, come along to the next Biomass Open Day in Tadcaster 🕤14th April, 9:30–13:30 📚 BASIS points applied 🔗 www.carboncapturecropping.com/news-… #biomass #BASIS
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 07/04/2026
Scientists have successfully developed wheat with dramatically reduced levels of asparagine using gene editing, offering a promising route to safer food production and improved regulatory compliance👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/ultra-low…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 06/04/2026
We are pleased to announce that Professor Martin Broadley has been appointed as interim CEO at Rothamsted Research. Full story 👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/professor…
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 25/03/2026
Rothamsted gene-edited barley crop becomes first to receive a UK Precision Bred Organism marketing notice 🎉 By increasing lipid content in plant tissues, the barley provides a high-energy forage crop for ruminant livestock, improving feed efficiency👇 www.rothamsted.ac.uk/news/rothams...
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Rothamsted Research @rothamsted.ac.uk · 18/03/2026
A pleasure to host the Agri Food Charities Partnership today - a network of organisations helping to train the next generation of agri scientists. Thank you to all the speakers!
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