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Only 36% of winter wheat crops rated in good or excellent condition as dry spring takes it toll

Latest report says cereals paying price for accelerated crop development

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Next few weeks are critical for cereal farmers, says AHDB
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Next few weeks are critical for cereal farmers, says AHDB

Damage to crops and yield potentials are to be expected across the UK following the dry spring with just 36% of winter wheat crops rated in good or excellent condition. According to the latest report...

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