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Growers advised not to rule out OSR

Commodity prices, SFI commitments and soil conditions will impact planting decisions

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Growers are being advised to consider OSR desptite difficult conditions
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Growers are being advised to consider OSR desptite difficult conditions

Oilseed rape still offers a viable option in the rotation, despite recent challenges a seed expert has claimed. David Bouch, national seed manager at seed suppliers Hutchinsons, said although OSR autumn...

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