CropCast - PCN & Water Scarcity

In this episode George Chalmers is joined by SAC Consultants Kerry Leslie & Gavin Prentice, to discuss results from PCN Action Scotland along with the new CREW water scarcity guidance.Welcome to Cropcast, your go to podcast for all the latest information on arable crops. Each month, SAC advisor, George Chalmers will be joined by a range of industry experts, bringing you timely updates to help you make decisions in the field.Producer George Gauley, Editor Cameron Waugh, Executive Producer Kirstyn Blackwood, in association with the Scottish Government.Timestamps01:42 Introduction to Kerry Leslie02:27 Who does PCN impact?03:32 What is PCN?06:08 What is the PCN yield penalty?09:43 How do we know if there is PCN in a field?12:27 Variety choice16:42 The impact of other crops on PCN18:40 The impact of ground keepers20:50 PCN Action Scotland24:50 Next steps for PCN action Scotland28:50 Introduction to Gavin Prentice31:19 Water scarcity project33:20 Key project outcomes34:40 Identifying water scarcity risks37:50 Easy wins for farmersRelated FAS ResourcesTechnical Note (TN30): Potato Cyst Nematodes (PCN)Planning for Water Scarcity - New Practical Guide for Farmers and Growers in Scotland | Helping farmers in ScotlandOther Related ResourcesPCN Action ScotlandCREW Planning for Water Scarcity:https://www.crew.ac.uk/news/arable-futures-new-guidance-supports-scottish-farmers-plan-water-scarcityPlanning for Water Scarcity: Practical guidance for Scottish farmers and growers | CREW | Scotland's Centre of Expertise for Waters