CropCast - Crop Trials & Innovation

In this episode Tiffany Stevenson is joined by Simon Oxley to discuss Arable innovation along with Dr Neil Havis to discuss what growers can expect to see at the upcoming SRUC Crop trial events, which take place on the 23rd & 25th June 2026.With increasing pressure on margins, rising input costs and more challenging growing conditions, arable innovation and making the right variety and crop protection decisions has never been more important.The upcoming crop trial events provide a valuable opportunity to see current and upcoming Winter Wheat and Spring Barley varieties performing under local conditions and hear directly from researchers, industry specialists and fellow farmers about what is looking promising for the seasons ahead.Timestamps 0:10 Introduction to Neil & Simon2:32 What does Innovation mean?6:27 Where is the most potential for innovation?10:48 How are crops looking this season?15:14 Changes to crop varieties?17:28 What to expect at the upcoming crop trial events?26:14 Impact of climate change on arable production?27:50 How can growers make the best decisions?For more information, visit www.FAS.scotFacebook: @FASScotNational Advice HubPhone: 0300 323 0161Email: [email protected]