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Oilseed Rape Rotations and Establishment

6 October 2026

Following on from Publication 1 (The Role of Major Nutrients in Oilseed Rape), this publication looks at the importance of finding the right place in your rotation for Oilseed Rape and foundations to consider for successful establishment.

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Oilseed Rape Rotations and Establishment

Heather Stuart, SAC Consulting

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