Brome

Blackgrass and its unlikely sources prove costly

Blackgrass came onto this English farmers farm from numerous sources and his quick action prevented a bad problem from getting worse.

CROPS 4 February 2026

Blackgrass and its unlikely sources prove costly

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Rye brome confirmed as first ALS-resistant species in Ireland

Rye brome confirmed as first ALS-resistant species in Ireland

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Weed risks should be added to plant health strategy

Weed risks should be added to plant health strategy

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Ireland can’t restrict seed imports - Department

Ireland can’t restrict seed imports - Department

Ireland can’t restrict seed imports - Department

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Home Farm: another week, another drop in beef prices.

Home Farm: another week, another drop in beef prices.

Home Farm: another week, another drop in beef prices.

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Flufenacet herbicide to be out of use in 2026

Flufenacet herbicide to be out of use in 2026

Flufenacet is an important herbicide in winter cereals and is an active ingredient contained in Firebird.

NEWS 1 January 1970

New and improved brome herbicide hits the market

New and improved brome herbicide hits the market

Broadway Star is getting an upgrade, writes Siobhán Walsh.

CROP PROTECTION 1 January 1970

Is grass weed control becoming more difficult?

Is grass weed control becoming more difficult?

Herbicide resistance is likely to continue to challenge growers, writes Vijaya Bhaskar of Teagasc.

CROP PROTECTION 1 January 1970

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