The event, called Arable Horizons, will be an opportunity for farmers, sprayer operators and agronomists to hear from experts on best practice when it comes to spray application and to learn about future developments.
There will be practical sessions looking at the latest research on ways to minimise drift, covering topics such as forward speeds, boom height, nozzles and adjuvants. There will also be a focus on the future of spraying, looking at emerging technologies which allow the more precise application of fungicides, pesticides and herbicides.
Programme highlights will include:
- Up-to-date guidance on best practice in spray application
- Advice on how farmers can demonstrate pesticide stewardship to protect water and minimise the risk of further regulation
- Expert insight into the opportunities and challenges of new precision-based sprayer technologies
- Insight into some of the research and development work being carried out at the National Agri-Food Innovation Campus
- Discussion and networking with fellow farmers and spray operators
Chairman of the Voluntary Initiative, Paul Temple, is among the speakers at the event and will be talking about the responsible use of pesticides.
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