Through five sessions, starting with Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and reflecting on the wider South West, we will explore the nature of agriculture and food in the region.
Organised by Rothamsted Research and hosted at our headquarters in Hertfordshire, UK, the 8th International Meeting on Pesticide Resistance will cover the latest work on resistance to insecticides, fungicides and herbicides.
During the DFW Open Day, we will provide an overview on the ongoing DFW research programs and our guest speaker Matt Kirton (DSV) will share a breeders’ perspective. There will also be an opportunity to visit Rothamsted Research’s world class laboratories
The Rothamsted Festival of Ideas brings together activities, exhibitions and demonstrations to immerse you in the science of feeding the world. The event is free and open to all with something for everyone, from young to old.
How does a fungal pathogen landing on a plant decide if it is a suitable host? How does it know where to infect or where to find the best source of food? Can ‘touch and taste’ receptors in a fungal pathogen be targeted to prevent crop infection? This is y