Farmers Weekly Podcast Ep 312: Heatwave harvest grain-washing alert
© GNP A third summer heatwave is creating difficult harvesting conditions, with shrivelled grain, variable cereal yields and combines being forced to operate early in the morning or late at night.
We examine warnings against “grain washing” – adding water to very dry harvested grain before it goes into store – and consider the risks of hot spots, mould and contamination.
See also: How an annual ram MOT can help optimise flock performance
Elsewhere, MPs challenge Defra over whether its new 25-year farming roadmap contains enough detail, investment and ambition to improve profitability and food security.
And finally, Norwegian football star Erling Haaland explains why he buys raw milk, beef and honey from a Cheshire farm.
This episode is brought to you by crop protection specialist Certis Belchim.
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