David Hunter

Dr David Purdy, a Business Manager with @JohnDeere, has shared his story after being diagnosed with cancer of the lower oesophagus last year. This video is shared as part of FCN's #NipItInTheBud campaign with @macmillancancer raising awareness of cancer: fcn.org.uk/blog/2025/07/2…

Long dry spells in the spring and recent hot temperatures mean that harvest is off to the fastest start since at least '06 (earliest available report), with multiple reports of winter barley being cut in June.🌾 Read the first report of the 25/26 season: ow.ly/ziYC50WqF2Y

📈 Grain Market Outlook: What’s in store for 2025/26? Join our free webinar as AHDB analysts break down global trends, UK supply/demand & price forecasts. 🌍 Global grain market 🇬🇧 UK supply & demand forecasts 📉 Prices 💬 Live Q&A 👉 ow.ly/iBmG50VNwZx

First go with the comb harrow on some weedy headlands. Spring wheat was at 3 leaves but I can see the benefit of waiting till it’s stronger; just got to get the weeds at a vulnerable stage. It’s certainly is scary looking back but a good proportion of weeds are being pulled out or have their roots pulled very close to the surface, which won’t survive the weather this week. If I can create a tolerable crop:weed ratio, I’ll be very happy. If I can save a pass or two with the sprayer I’ll be happy. If I can provide some pollinating flowers I’ll be happy. #Farming #DontLookBack

@hanslope @anthonybecvar @ShimplingPark Separation anxiety and day out envy!

My favorite day this week was with @anthonybecvar at @ShimplingPark talking about farming, not farming, brewing, baking, succession and our progeny generally. We tasted Sussex cheese, wine and some beer 💚

Not for the faint of heart yesterday (in the wind) but a stoic crowd were rewarded with some pearls of wisdom from the growing & grazing cover crops dream team. Thanks all, especially @JoMatt_Germinal @ExlanaSheep and host Bob! @AHDB_Cereals

Cover crops and cocktails. It’s the future.. @FarmersWeekly #DrinkingAndThinking #BoozeAndBuckwheat fwi.co.uk/arable/farmer-…

Have you downloaded the AHDB Recommended Lists app❓❗ 🌱Whether you are out in the field or back in the farm office, get expert insights on crop varieties at your fingertips. 📲 👉Discover how the Recommended List can help you make informed decisions ➡ ow.ly/M6r350Vbcyv

The latest news from the sector 👇 Using varieties to mellow yellow rust in winter wheat➡ ow.ly/glC650VcsRa The tool that flags sclerotinia infection risks in OSR➡ ow.ly/iKPR50VcsRe How RB209 helps set fertiliser rates in the RL trials➡ ow.ly/4WJ650VcsRc

Michael Blanche @totallyewesome the penultimate Time Management and Personal Resilience workshop for @AHDB_Cereals last week. Delivering on time, lean management and the 80:20 rule. Thought provoking and challenging.

I attended the Farmers Weekly question time at @PlumptonCollege last night. Not only was it a great debate, it’s a fantastic venue. The question of the evening, “Are farmers happy?” That’s a room divider, but for the full write up see @FarmersWeekly next week

See you tomorrow everyone! 🫡

🚜🌱 The #OSRReboot keeps growing! Great to see 70+ people at yesterday’s OSR Conference, with insightful discussions on the future of OSR. Huge thanks all who joined us & our expert speakers from @theAHDB, @GSC_Grays, @NIABGroup & @NPZ_UK. Presentations & videos coming soon! 📽️

Following our recent AHDB Cereals Monitor Farm Meeting hosted by Tom and Debbie Reynolds please see the FW article by @louisearable fwi.co.uk/arable/land-pr…

Navigate the green finance landscape! Our roadshow will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions for your farm's future.🌱 🗣Learn from experts and network with fellow farmers. 📅 Feb 10 Berwickshire 📅 Mar 5 Colchester 📅 Mar 6 Exeter 🔗ow.ly/1ByU50UVaay

A great day learning with @TheAHDB @cereals_se @tomallenstevens @hanslope @Tim_kingsclere discussing the pros and cons of cultivation, how it affects soil properties and how the plough has a role in “regen” ag… Thanks guys. #NothingIsEverSimple #BuryTheTrash

@anthonybecvar @TheAHDB @tomallenstevens @hanslope @Tim_kingsclere Thanks @anthonybecvar glad you made the journey to attend. A great day blessed with excellent host, speakers and weather!

📢 Calling all farmers to join the OSR Conference: Featuring @AHDB @NIABGroup @NPZ_UK ADM Erith & more. Tuesday 11th Feb. Cinch Stadium, Northampton. Refreshments & lunch provided Register ➡️ tinyurl.com/OSRConf #Farming #OSRReboot #Farmers #brightfuture

Join us for the OSR Conference: A decade of Challenges, A Future of Opportunities. Featuring @AHDB @NIABGroup @NPZ_UK ADM Erith and more to discuss the bright future for #OSR in the UK. Refreshments and lunch provided 🥪 🍰 Register➡️ tinyurl.com/OSRConf #OSRConference

Day Of Unity. #FamilyFarmTax What a great day it’s been. Thank to everyone for all the support.