Bedfordshire Hunt for profitable alternative crops will be 2014's challenge.

The article focuses on issues facing the agriculture sector going forward in 2014. It explores the possible use of roots to work the soil instead of metal which is said to provide soil protection and cover for pheasants. It looks at the challenges involved in rotation of crops, including finding profitable alternative crops and establishing spring crops with minimal disturbance. Information on the Worshipful Company of Farmers training course in January 2014 is also provided.