Chlorosis mystery

24 July 2002




Chlorosis mystery

CONTRARY to some reports, the mystery leaf chlorosis in some crops of Xi19 wheat (Arable, July 12) does not appear linked to sowing date, says Hutchinsons Colin Button.

"It has appeared in both early and late drillings. The real question is does it matter? Only the time will tell.

"Its a variety that has a lot to offer from the marketing point of view, and it would scandalous to see it rubbished before seeing the proof of the pudding through the combine." &#42


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