Measure oilseed rape crop canopies to optimise yield potential
Oilseed rape growers and agronomists are being urged to assess their crops over the next…
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Eight things growers can do to make a success of spring oilseed rape this year
Spring crops could be on the rise this year, after dry autumn conditions saw many…
Plant breeder’s continued growth brings improved pulse and oilseed rape varieties to UK growers
LS Plant Breeding Ltd (LSPB) continues to increase its presence in the UK to the…
Survey shows 8.3% of winter oilseed rape has failed
A recent survey of 400 British arable farmers who all grow winter oilseed rape, conducted…
New study shows neonicotinoid ban caused severe economic and environmental damage to EU oilseed rape sector
According to research consultancy HFFA Research, the European Commission decision of 2013 to largely restrict…
Spring linseed – the black-grass break crop
Avadex Excel 15G (tri-allate) can be used in winter or spring linseed as an EAMU.…
Several more weeks to apply Kerb or AstroKerb – cut off 31st Jan 2017
Unlike last year there have been many chances to spray oilseed rape, according to Sarah…
Australian researchers find resistance to neonicotinoids in aphid
Resistance to neonicotinoid insecticides has for the first time been confirmed in Australian populations of…
Running field drains prompt OSR herbicides advice
As field drains start to run after recent rain, oilseed rape growers and spraying contractors…
Professional standards needed for use of treated seed on farm – AIC
A qualification, akin to that for sprayer operators, is needed to promote standards and best…