A particularly wet winter creates a number of agronomic challenges for both winter cereals already in the ground and spring crops that are yet to be sown.
The arrival of spring traditionally brings renewed optimism to Ireland’s tillage sector. Fields begin to dry, drills start moving, and farmers look ahead to the promise of a new crop.
However, for many arable farmers this year – particularly cereal growers – the season has begun under a cloud of uncertainty and pressure.