Farmer trials to test new hybrids

摘要

Two Dekalb hybrid oilseed rape varieties are being trialled in a comparison with other crops. Seven of our fanner contributors are among 50 growers trialling two hybrid oilseed rape varieties from Monsan-to's Dekalb breeding programme. The aim is to assess how both DK ExPower and the low-biomass variety DK Sequoia fare when' grown commercially alongside other oilseed rape crops using the same crop management. In return, growers will provide feedback on variety performance at three key stages of the year - establishment, canopy development and crop condition. Farmers Weekly will be following the progress of our seven Farmer Focus and Barometer Farmers taking part in the comparison, providing a warts-and-all record. All have chosen to trial DK ExPower.