BCPC Joint Review Panel Discussion chaired by Sir Peter Kendall скачать в хорошем качестве

BCPC Joint Review Panel Discussion chaired by Sir Peter Kendall

BCPC Joint Review, Rothamsted. Topics discussed included *weed management**, particularly blackgrass, and its interaction with **cover crops* in regenerative farming systems. Panelists debated whether cover crops help or hinder blackgrass control, emphasising the need for integrated strategies, attention to detail, and diverse rotations. Concerns over heavy reliance on herbicides and resistance highlighted the importance of better **weed mapping and data-driven decisions**. Transitioning to **regenerative agriculture**, speakers acknowledged initial yield reductions but suggested mitigating them through targeted land selection, gradual change, and margin-focused strategies. Profitability and resilience were recurring themes, with calls for adaptive farming practices rather than rigid systems. The conversation expanded to **land use balance**—food production versus environmental goals—and the role of energy crops, biodiversity schemes, and marginal land management. Future farming scenarios for 2035 envisioned **larger, fewer farms**, joint ventures, circular systems (e.g., poultry integration), and advanced technologies such as **AI-driven precision management**, genetic engineering, and improved crop efficiency. Finally, participants addressed challenges in **diverse cropping**, citing market access, agronomy knowledge gaps, and risk. They advocated for on-farm trials, policy support, and storytelling to influence consumers and policymakers. Overall, the session stressed sustainability, profitability, and innovation as pillars for farming’s future.