A thorough understanding of the principles and practice of crop production has never been more important to farmers. Ever-increasing pressures on production in terms of quality as well as quantity, and rising demands for cost effectiveness, environmental protection and sustainability means that new skills and expertise will be required in the next generation of leaders in crop management. Continued progress in reaching high standards of production can be achieved through the uptake of new technologies, growing new species and varieties of crops and the adoption of innovative management techniques. The course provides an opportunity for you to develop the knowledge, understanding, skills and vision required to address the needs of future UK and international markets. Through our own farming enterprises, and the relationship we have with the local and national farming community, we are also well-equipped to demonstrate the practical realities of successful commercial crop production.

Arable farming Farm or arable management Plant development science Agronomy Fertiliser specialist roles Research, teaching and technical consultancy