Earlier maturing maize varieties may be required to combat UK weather

Following the poor performance of the 2024 maize crop, earlier maturing varieties could be an option to help maintain feed value

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Later sowing and poor growing conditions led to dry matter levels being 3% lower for 2024 crops.
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Later sowing and poor growing conditions led to dry matter levels being 3% lower for 2024 crops.

Speaking at this year's Maize Forum, product manager at Limagrain, Tim Richmond, said the UK's difficult and variable weather conditions last year contributed to a poor performing crop, lacking in starch...

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