Oilseed rape

Trials find Sulphur response lower than expected

Trials find Sulphur response lower than expected

Sulphur (S) experiments conducted on winter oilseed rape have revealed that current recommendations do not the significant uplift anticipated by...

July 24, 2018
Oilseed rape area increases for the first time in 7 years

Oilseed rape area increases for the first time in 7 years

The area of oilseed rape planted in England and Scotland has increased for the first time in seven years – up...

July 6, 2018
Summer heatwave helps oilseed rape harvest catch up on slow start

Summer heatwave helps oilseed rape harvest catch up on slow start

Oilseed rape crops may have been delayed by the cold winter and spring, but a short flowering period and recent...

July 4, 2018
Skyscrapers of wheat and oilseed rape made of steel…what’s new in crop varieties

Skyscrapers of wheat and oilseed rape made of steel…what’s new in crop varieties

New varieties are a highlight of the ‘Cereals’ event for many. Breeders showcase the best they have to offer, as...

June 24, 2018
Why breed bee-friendly oilseed rape varieties?

Why breed bee-friendly oilseed rape varieties?

Research has been carried out in the UK to identify varieties of oilseed rape (OSR) that are more attractive to...

March 19, 2017