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We've always taken the lead in setting the organic research agenda both in the UK and abroad. The objectives of the research programme are principally to ensure that the rapidly growing organic sector is well equipped to meet the demands for organic food by enabling producers to tackle the obstacles to conversion or problems relating to the system.

EFRC has been concerned throughout its history with aspects of whole systems research; from the development of stockless (all arable organic rotations) to major environmental and economic research. Research is carried out within established and well functioning organic systems or on aspects of the system such as weed control strategies or nutrient management..

Projects are funded from various sources, including Defra, the EU and our own resources.

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What is squash?:
Squash provide an exotic touch to boxes and market displays and when grown with the other crops in the family they can provide a useful contribution to the bottom line.... More...
Aminopyralid - manure contamination:
In June 2008 a number of gardeners and allotment holders noticed some unusual symptoms in their vegetable crops. It quickly became clear that.... More...
Is it safe to establish crops after incorporating a winter stand:
When vetch is grown as a winter green manure it is common practice to break the crop down and mix it into the topsoil. As it decomposes vetch releases toxic compounds.... More...
Back to basics – compost:
Compost – it’s an evocative word and if it isn’t it should be. Put more mundanely compost is.... More...
Soil analysis – is it worth it?:
The soil beneath our feet is something many of us take for granted yet it is a precious resource that is absolutely crucial for.... More...
Recognition of Sacrifices and Commitment:
On Friday 16th July, Bernward Geier, former Director of IFOAM, presented ORC with .... More...
Organic Open Day at the Organic Research Centre Elm Farm, Friday:
The Organic Research Centre at Elm Farm, in Hamstead Marshall near Newbury, is holding a technical Open Day .... More...
Do you like food?:
Calling all foodies! On Saturday 17 July from 10am to 5pm the Organic Research Centre at Elm Farm, Hamstead Marshall (near Newbury), will throw open its gates to all lovers of great food.. More...
Join the campaign to grow the organic market in the UK:
We have done it, will you?. More...
An IOTA review of organic research:
The series of IOTA Technical Leaflets provides a summary of the key practical farming recommendations arising from organic research.... More...

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