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Study reveals farmers' reliance on oilseed rape

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OSR continues to be seen as an 'integral' break crop, according to a new study
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OSR continues to be seen as an 'integral' break crop, according to a new study

Longer rotations, a flexible approach to drilling and increased companion cropping have been named as the best ways to ensure OSR success, according to a new study. The survey of 250 farmers, contractors...

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