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13 May 2026

Farmer-led research

Bringing bean agronomy to Scotland

Beans are not widely grown in Scotland, but an Innovative Farmers trial may spark a change.

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15 January 2026

Nutrient management

LEGUMINOSE Intercropping Trial: new report shows 2024-2025 results
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13 January 2026

UK fibres

Growing flax for regenerative textiles: field lab update
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04 November 2025

Farmer-led research

“It’s not been plain sailing, but we’ve really learned how to establish herbal leys”