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Maximising Oilseed Rape Growth Before Winter<\/h1>\n

In our previous oilseed rape blog<\/a>, we focused on establishment to get the crop off to the best possible start. Now our focus turns to maximising crop growth before winter arrives.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting Crops at Every Stage of Establishment<\/h2>\n

Currently there are many different crops out there. Those that are growing away nicely, those that are struggling with pest attack, and those that are only just being drilled.\u00a0 A reminder for those yet to drill, the crop needs to reach the 4 true leaf stage quickly, this helps it outgrow adult flea beetle feeding and slug damage. Seedbed fertiliser is vital.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why Strong Root Systems Matter<\/h2>\n

Crops with a deep tap root combined with a thick stem collar have been proven to overcome flea beetle larvae attacks, compared to those with small root systems and thin stems. Having a large fibrous root system increases the crops ability to utilise soil applied nutrition, thus enhancing nutrient use efficiency. Likewise, during drought periods this enhances the crops ability to scavenge for water within the soil.<\/p>\n

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Targeted Nutrition for Oilseed Rape from the 4 True Leaf Stage<\/h3>\n

Once the crop reaches the 4 true leaf stage,\u00a0growth can be enhanced with targeted foliar nutrition<\/a>. Numerous scientific studies have proven phosphite biostimulants stimulate root and shoot growth, this has been backed up by many years of field experience.<\/p>\nFortiflo foliar nutrition<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t