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Seeds expert sets out guide to successful spring barley cultivation

Growers must consider multiple factors including market knowledge, variety, condition and tilling in order to maximise yield

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Limagrain Field Seeds arable technical manager Ron Granger offers six tips for successful spring barley growing,
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Limagrain Field Seeds arable technical manager Ron Granger offers six tips for successful spring barley growing,

Spring barley was a get-out-of-jail card for some growers last season after wet weather hampered autumn drilling. However, according to Limagrain Field Seeds arable technical manager Ron Granger, many...

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