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Rice Farming Area Shrinks on Falling Demand
The size of rice farmlands here has continued to shrink over the years as Koreans' eating patterns have become more westernized, consuming more meat…
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2009 beet negotiations come to an end
NFU Sugar Board Chairman William Martin has sent a letter to sugar growers informing them that the lengthy 2009 beet price negotiations are now over…
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Sclerotinia risk rising for potato crops
Potato growers face a high risk of Sclerotinia attack in crops this season, warns leading disease pathologist Dr Peter Gladders of ADAS. Oilseed rape…
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Dundee potato events draw global focus
A hillside overlooking Dundee is set to become the focal point for the world's potato industry on Thursday (August 7). Potatoes in Practice (PiP)…
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Oilseed rape suffered widespread Sclerotinia stem-rot in 2008
An ADAS funded survey recently carried out by CSL into commercially grown oilseed rape indicated that Sclerotinia stem-rot was more prevalent in 2008…
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The Pea is Back!
"We've had another hugely successful year," says Tim Mudge of PVGA, coordinator of the award-winning Yes Peas! campaign. The news delighting the pea…
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New fungicide delivers Xtra for beet
A new sugar beet fungicide controlling all key diseases and proven to boost sugar yields by up to 120% is now available from Syngenta. Priori Xtra…
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McCain chief backs potato industry award scheme
An industry with the size and diversity of the British potato sector should be prepared to back an awards scheme that recognises those who have made…
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Fengrain announces new structure for 2008 harvest
Fengrain has announced a new management structure designed to take maximum advantage of the changing combinable crops market place and exploit the…
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Full-rate fungicide rates required to recoup sugar beet yield and provide consistent disease protection
Sugar beet growers are being advised to focus on their fungicide applications this season to recoup potential yield losses from establishment…
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