This webinar presents practical, technical insights from Year 1 of the Scotland Bean Variety Trial, with a focus on crop performance under Scottish conditions. Aimed at farmers and agronomists, the session will explore establishment, variety responses, seasonal challenges, and yield outcomes, linking trial data to on-farm decision making.
The webinar will cover:
Key agronomic approaches used for winter bean production
Variety performance under Scottish soils and weather
Lessons learned from Year 1 and implications for future bean management
Practical take-home points for growers planning beans in upcoming seasons
This project is led jointly by PGRO and Scottish Agronomy and is partially funded by Innovative Farmers.
Speakers
Erin Matlock is a research agronomist at PGRO, working on pulse crops with a focus on bean agronomy and variety performance. She is involved in field-scale trials across the UK, translating research data into practical guidance for growers and agronomists. Erin brings hands-on trial experience and a strong technical perspective to discussions on improving bean establishment, management, and yield.
Stevie Gray is an agronomist with Scottish Agronomy, working closely with growers across Scotland to deliver practical, independent advice tailored to local soils and climatic conditions. With extensive experience in pulse crops, Stevie is involved in on-farm trials and applied research, helping translate technical findings into workable management decisions. He brings a strong on-farm perspective to discussions on bean agronomy and variety performance in Scottish systems.
