Tillage
The Potash Development Association (PDA) has highlighted the importance of effective crop establishment this autumn
Ground conditions remain extremely challenging across the country for soil cultivation and subsequent crop establishment.
Establishment of crops is the most critical period within all tillage life-cycles. This is the time when the yield potential is set.
Winter oilseed rape (WOSR) is characterised by the crop's ability to develop sufficient canopy from a relatively low plant count.
Jack Jameson took part in a recent Tillage Edge podcast to discuss the crop establishment options that are now available to tillage farmers
The growth and development achieved by a cereal crop during the first 30 days, post-planting, will determine the final yields