Milder winter puts beet crops at high risk of virus yellows this season

Milder weather in January and February has put beet crops at a greater risk of contracting virus yellows disease this season.

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Milder winter puts beet crops at high risk of virus yellows this season

Milder weather in January and February has put beet crops at a greater risk of contracting virus yellows disease this season. Around 60 per cent of the 2023 national sugar beet crop is expected to be...

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