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Could you plant beans with your maize?

Maize is high in energy, but low in protein. This trial is looking at ways to solve this problem.

20 March 2024
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Keep an eye on costs before planting forage crops

This week’s focus is on forage crops, from maize and beet to red clover and stubble turnips. Check out varieties and costs involved in growing these crops.

20 March 2024
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Check out the latest beet varieties

Over 9,000ha of beet were grown in 2023. Here are some of the varieties to look out for from sugar and fodder beet to smart beet.

20 March 2024
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