Can Companion Cropping Improve Oilseed Rape Resilience?

Could companion cropping help improve the resilience of your oilseed rape?

Join host farmer Tom Martin, Agricology, ADAS & regenerative advisor Harry Moffat from Oakbank for this free practical on-farm event exploring one of the most talked-about approaches for improving oilseed rape.

Hosted at Village Farm, this event is centred around a live three-year research project investigating whether companion cropping can:

• Reduce cabbage stem flea beetle pressure
• Improve weed suppression
• Influence crop disease
• Improve crop resilience

During the day you'll:

• Meet host farmer Tom Martin and learn about operations at Village Farm
• Hear how Tom has integrated companion cropping into his oilseed rape system
• Learn about the latest findings from the ongoing research trials
• Gain a better understanding of cabbage stem flea beetle biology and practical management
• Explore weed management strategies for oilseed rape with weed biologist Lynn Tatnell
• Visit the companion crop trial in the field
• Discuss drilling techniques, establishment, seed rates, species selection and practical implementation
• Explore wider discussions around root diversity, soil health and companion crops with Harry Moffat from Oak Bank
• Ask questions and exchange experiences with researchers, advisors and fellow farmers

Whether you're already experimenting with companion crops or simply want to understand whether the approach could work on your farm, this event will provide practical insights grounded in both research and farmer experience.

Lunch and refreshments are included.

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

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