Agronomy Past, Present & Future

In this episode George Chalmers is joined by Professor Fiona Burnett to look back at some of the key developments in agronomy which have taken place over her 33-year career, along with discussion about those which will shape the future. 

Welcome to CropCast, your go to podcast for all the latest information on arable crops. Each month, SAC adviser, George Chalmers will be joined by a range of industry experts, bringing you timely updates to help you make decisions in the field. 

Producer George Gauley, Editor Cameron Waugh, Executive Producer Kirstyn Blackwood, in association with the Scottish Government. 

Timestamps

02:00 Fiona Background 

05:00 Developments in crop rotation 

07:00 Yield (change in mindset)  

10:29 Using multi-site chemistry 

16:28 New technology & Chemistry 

18:00 Biostimulants  

20:40 IPM Planning 

24:14 Changes in regulations 

29:30 BASIS training 

31:50 Quality Assurance 

33:45 The future of agronomy 

35:40 Managing inputs for the season ahead

38:05 Seed dressings 

39:50 Reducing application rates 

41:30 The challenge of resistance 

43:40 Three top tips 

Related FAS Resources

FAS Crops & Soils https://www.fas.scot/crops-soils/