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As temperatures rise, aphid populations can increase rapidly. Regular crop monitoring is essential, as early detection gives growers the best opportunity to make timely and effective control decisions. Aphids transmit a number of damaging potato viruses (more than any other group of pests), including Potato leaf roll virus (PLRV) or Potato virus Y (PVY). Infection... Read more
Aphid Control in Potatoes 2026
Missed the team at Cereals 2026 or the Frontier Summer Open Days? You can still enter our free prize draw by signing up to our mailing list. How to Enter Simply join our mailing list here and follow the instructions. Once your registration is complete, you will automatically be entered into the prize draw. One... Read more
Good news for growers and agronomists…Clayton Gatso EC™ now has new EAMUs covering 10 additional crops. These newly approved crops are… Outdoor linseed Celeriac Edible podded pea Broad bean (fresh) Bulb onion Dwarf french bean Garlic Runner bean Shallot Vining pea. This extension gives more flexibility across a wider range of specialist crops, complementing existing... 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
Recent rainfall and warmer temperatures have increased late-season disease pressure in many cereal crops. Brown rust, Fusarium and late Septoria Infections remain the three key concerns at T3 heading into flowering and grain fill. Identifying which disease risks are most relevant to your crop is essential for cost-effective disease management and extending green leaf retention,... Read more
Visit Us at Cereals 2026 – Stand 241 The countdown is on for one of the UK’s leading arable farming events and we’re excited to announce that the team will be exhibiting at Cereals 2026 this June. Stand 241, Diddly Squat Farm 10–11 June 2026 Join us at Stand 241 to learn more about our... Read more
T2 Key Considerations Growers will need to be well prepared for all situations to protect crops adequately by assessing crops carefully. NIAB trials work indicates 67% of fungicide response is delivered at the T2 timing (GS 37 – 39). The flag leaf contributes to 40-45% of yield alone, so keeping both leaf 2 and the... Read more
Clayton Business Development Manager, Jessie Boden advises growers to consider the merits of applying flowering fungicide sprays soon this month to protect oilseed rape crops. “With oilseed rape crops looking in good condition around the UK at the moment and prices holding around the £440450/tonne mark, protecting these crops during flowering against sclerotinia infections may... Read more
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
Attention is now firmly focused on maintaining disease protection in winter cereals, particularly around the key T2 fungicide timing to safeguard the flag leaf. With warm temperatures and adequate soil moisture across many regions, yield potential remains encouraging for a large proportion of crops nationwide. This is also a crucial period for weed and disease... Read more
With more forward, advanced crops this year, many in prime condition, growers face key disease control decisions heading into the main spring period. Assessing the yield potential of each field will help plan cost input spend appropriately. The use of cost-effective partner products for the T1 timing can reduce input costs. Key Considerations: For normal... Read more
T1 Cereal Focus - Clayton Plant Protection - 2026
As spring arrives, focus turns firmly to maintaining disease protection of advanced winter cereals at T1 and oilseed rape crops, especially with yield potential looking high across many areas of the country, along with warming temperatures. April also marks the crucial establishment for other spring-drilled crops like potatoes, sugar beet and maize, as well as... Read more
Product Summary 2026
This spring, we’re strengthening our potato product range with the introduction of Clayton TopGun, a cost-effective protectant fungicide for season-long control of potato late blight. Clayton TopGun Formulated with 160 g/L cyazofamid (SC), Clayton TopGun is a high-performance protectant fungicide, providing robust foliar and tuber protection to help prevent yield-damaging blight infections throughout the season.... Read more
Clayton TopGun Clayton Linaxo
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
Strong crop establishment last autumn and a mild winter mean many cereal crops may require early protection this season. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝟬 Early protection is crucial for safeguarding yield potential, especially in crops more vulnerable to Yellow rust. Secondary protection against Septoria is advisable where risk is elevated. Early rust control at T0 has... Read more
T0 - The Ideal Starting Point for Disease Control in Cereals