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In most parts of the UK, sow outdoor cucumbers directly in late May or early June, when the soil is warm and nights are reliably mild.

Blueberries need acidic, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter, steady moisture and a sunny position.

Sow green manure as soon as a suitable bed becomes free and conditions allow reliable germination.

Well-rotted or properly composted cattle manure is usually a versatile organic soil improver before growing tomatoes.

Curled tomato leaves are usually caused by growing conditions or aphids rather than disease.

For wheat, feed barley, oats and most other cereals, aim for 14.5% moisture content or below before storage.

Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a biological process in which microorganisms break down organic material without oxygen.