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Obsolete Crop Protection Products
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This resource has been published by CropLife International, an organisation representing the international plant science industry.
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Oil Care Code
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A leaflet on reponsible use, recycling and disposal of oil and protection of the environment from oil pollution. Environment Agency, 2000.
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Oil Storage - Guidance note for the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) (England) Regulations (PB5765)
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There has been a rising trend in oil-related water pollution incidents in England in recent years. The purpose of this Guidance Note is to provide background information and interpretation of the minimum legal requirements. Defra, PB5765, November 2001.
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Oilseed Rape Pests and Diseases & Photo Gallery - SAC Technical Notes
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This resource contains 3 Technical Notes produced by the Scottish Agricultural College which provide guidance on the management of pests and diseases in oilseed rape. Includes photo gallery of OSR pests. Various publications dates - see individual leaflets.
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Oilseed Rape - A Growers Guide (HGCA)
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This HGCA grower guide is intended to provide a valuable source of information to help you plan, grow,market and promote oilseed rape. It includes the markets, crop planning, sowing, emergence, late autumn and winter, spring, summer, harvesting and post-harvest, and drying and storage. HGCA, January 2005.
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Oilseed Rape & Potash (PDA Guidance Leaflet No.13)
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PDA leaflet number 13. This guidance leaflet describes the benefits of potash to oilseed rape and provides practical advice on recommendations and timings. November 2004, reviewed 2005 and May 2006
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Oilseed rape guide (G55 - HGCA Summer 2012)
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With an increasing area of oilseed rape planted in the UK in response to high prices, this guide describes the best crop management for oilseed rape to maximise profit margins through the best possible yields for the growing environment. This guide updates the popular 'Oilseed rape - a grower's guide' published in 2005, incorporating the latest findings from HGCA-funded research. It covers: Markets, Variety selection, Determination of yield, Rotation planning, Nutrient management planning, including canopy management, Key diseases, pests and weeds, Oilseed rape management season by season and Harvest and storage. HGCA, G55, Summer 2012.
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Oilseed Rape Pests
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This glossy HGCA document contains information on the peach-potato aphid, cabbage aphid, cabbage stem flea beetle and other flea and pollen beetles. It includes information on the pest life cycle, economical importance and control. HGCA, Undated but circa 2004.
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On Farm Feeding, Industry Code of Practice
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This Code of Practice provides advice on maintaining high safety & quality standards for feed by minimising risks & the potential burdens & costs of extra bureaucracy in order to satisfy customersÂ’ demands. While it draws on existing legislation, it is not a comprehensive guide to the law.This code was produced by the Assured Food Standards Technical Advisory Committee for animal feed. Aug 2006.
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On Farm Slaughter of Animals for Consumption
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This leaflet (excluding poultry) aims to provide the information which will allow you to make an informed decision as to whether or not on-farm slaughter is a viable option for you. If not, now is the time to think about alternatives. Humane Slaughter Association, 2006.
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On-farm processing - a beginner's guide (MDC)
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This Milk Development Council Guide to on-farm processing has been developed as a broad point of reference for those considering diversification into Dairy Product manufacture. It has been divided into seven easy-to-use sections with a question and answer section at the back. Milk Development Council (MDC), December 2007.
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On-farm Processing of Milk and Dairy Products
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If you are thinking of processing your milk on-farm this booklet will answer some of your questions, help you examine the options available to you and the necessary steps youÂ’ll need to take. Milk Development Council, 2005.
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Operator seat restraints for mobile work equipment in agriculture and forestry (HSE AIS37)
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This information sheet gives advice to employers and the self-employed on the requirements to fit and use operator seat restraints in tractors, self-propelled machines and any other mobile agricultural or forestry work equipment. 'Operator seat restraints' usually means seat belts or lap straps. Health and Safety Executive (HSE), AIS37, June 2006.
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Orange wheat blossom midge - guidelines for assessment and control (HGCA)
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This HGCA leaflet provides information invaluable to the control of the two wheat blossom midges - the orange and yellow species. It includes details of pest life cycles, natural enemies, natural resistance, monitoring, management and control. HGCA, Spring 2009.
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Organic Aid Scheme Explanatory Booklet (Scotland)
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This booklet is a guide to the Organic Aid Scheme 2006 (OAS) in Scotland. The information it
contains will help you prepare and submit an application. SEERAD, 2006.
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