As high-value crops, field vegetables require strong establishment and healthy crop growth to maximise yield, quality and marketable produce. Achieving this relies on good agronomy and the effective management of weeds, pests and diseases throughout the growing season. With a diverse range of crops grown across the sector, maintaining crop health and marketability for end-use... Read more
Recently we visited an independent Clayton Rockstar trial site to assess brome control in winter wheat. The trials clearly highlighted the challenge bromes can present in cereal crops, and the results were clear to see. Both plots received an autumn herbicide application; the plot on the right also received a spring application of Clayton Rockstar,... Read more
Clayton Rockstar - Herbicide
Good establishment and yield potential depend on early-season weed control. Weed control in Maize relies on a two-stage strategy, pre-emergence treatment followed by a two- or three-way post-emergence mix can improve crop performance and keep those weeds at bay. With input costs rising, maize must deliver stronger yields to justify investment. Effective early control... Read more
As temperatures rise and soil moisture remains high, perennial and biennial weeds like docks, thistles and nettles begin active growth, competing aggressively with grass for light, nutrients and moisture. Left unmanaged, they can significantly reduce pasture productivity. A planned, long-term approach to spring weed control is essential to maintain productive grassland. Benefits of early weed... Read more
Grassland Product Guide 2026 - Clayton Plant Protection
Following the British Potato Event in Harrogate last week, we’re taking the opportunity to remind growers and customers of Clayton’s expanding range of cost-effective solutions for disease, pest and weed control in potato crops for the 2026 season. 🥔 With a choice of pre and post-emergence herbicides for tackling broad-leaved weeds, targeted aphicides and a range of... Read more
Growers looking to find out more information about pre- and post-emergence cereal herbicides, post-emergence OSR herbicides, autumn oilseed rape fungicides and OSR growth regulators can find helpful information in our autumn product guide below. This provides a way for growers to plan their autumn product choices and ensure they use cost-effective solutions for both weed... Read more
As forward winter oilseed rape crops can continue to challenge growers with excessive autumn growth and increased lodging risk, effective canopy management is more important than ever. Clayton Nascar™ offers a reliable, dual-active solution to help bring balance and control — both in the autumn and spring. Why Choose Clayton Nascar? Useful crop management tool... Read more
Product Spotlight: Clayton Satchmo™ – Systemic, foliar applied herbicide for the post-emergence control of cereal volunteers, annual and perennial grass weeds in oilseed rape. Why choose Clayton Satchmo? Ideal option for cereal volunteer control in OSR crops Wide window of post-emergence application use Versatile herbicide for controlling Cereal volunteers and Wild oats in OSR crops... Read more
Many common weeds that cause problems in winter OSR germinate during the late summer and early autumn period, at a time when the crop is not yet fully established. These include Blackgrass, Volunteer cereals and other problem grass weeds. Blackgrass control Blackgrass is a key threat in OSR crops with the potential for significant yield... Read more
Good crop establishment to maximise yields relies on effective, early-season control of grass and broad-leaved weeds. Clayton offers a wide range of leading herbicides for cereal crops this autumn. Key products for grass and broad-leaved weed control Clayton Facet XL™, Clayton Sabre XL™ Dual-active flufenacet (400g) and diflufenican (100g) SC coformulation Targeting problem grass and... Read more
Clayton offers a wide choice of leading products for potato crops this season. Achieving optimal crop yields relies on effective, early intervention and control of damaging pests. Careful planning and product choice will help growers achieve the best results for potato crops this season. Reliable, versatile insecticide targeting cost-effective aphid control to keep input spend... Read more
Clayton offers a wide choice of leading products for potato crops this season. Achieving optimal crop yields relies on effective, early intervention and control of damaging pests. Careful planning and product choice will help growers achieve the best results for potato crops this season. Reliable, high-performance insecticide targeting cost-effective aphid control to keep input spend... Read more
As potato growers know, protecting yield potential starts with getting on top of disease pressure. Early Blight (Alternaria solani) remains a key threat to crop quality and productivity, especially in warm, wet conditions. Disease control Early blight (Alternaria solani) is a mainly soil-borne fungal pathogen that affects potato crops. Warm and wet periods favour the... Read more
Effective control of key diseases and aphid populations is essential to achieving good crop growth, maintaining yield and quality through to harvest. Careful product choice and precise timing will go a long way in protecting your investment and improving crop output. Clayton Fungicides for Disease control: With disease control in mind, Clayton can offer growers... Read more
Clayton Plant Protection offer a range of crop protection products for use in a various field vegetable crops. As high-value crops, achieving good establishment and crop growth to maximise yield and quality is vital and relies on good agronomy and effective control of damaging pests, diseases and weeds through the growing season. The field vegetable... Read more