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Download PDF In light of increased cabbage stem flea beetle damage and a significantly reduced oilseed rape area nationally, protecting yield is a key priority this year. Our uniquely formulated pod sealants provide a solution to help growers protect yield and maximise a crop’s gross margin potential. Getting oilseed rape crops through to this point in the season has been a tortuous journey for many. CPM finds out how applying a pod sealant can reduce the chances of falling at the last hurdle and hold on to yield. The pod sealant will form a mesh over the seam. By Lucy de la Pasture Oilseed rape has had a bumpy ride this season, particularly where cabbage stem flea beetle larvae have taken their toll. More than ever, every seed is precious so reducing the risk of pod shatter before and during harvest is likely to be a worthwhile strategy. Shed seed isn’t just a loss of yield, it presents a problem in future seasons from volunteers which have been linked to high erucic acid issues in seeds going to the crush. DeSangosse was one of the first manufacturers to develop a pod sealant, so CPM talks to the firm’s Rhodri Morris about how they can help reduce…
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