HGCA releases 1998-99 home-saved royalty rates
By FWi staff
FARMERS with home-saved seed are reminded that wheat and oilseed rape will incur higher royalties next season.
- The remuneration rate to be paid on home-saved wheat seed is increased by 32p to £5.08/ha. The rate for oilseed rape is increased by 31p to £8.88/ha.
- The rate for winter barley is reduced by 3p to £3.74/ha. The rate for spring barley is reduced by 16p to 3.59/ ha.
- The rate for linseed remains unchanged.
The full rates are:
| £/ha | 1998/99 | 1997/98 | change +/- (p) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 5.08 | 4.76 | +0.32 |
| Winter barley | 3.74 | 3.77 | -0.03 |
| Spring barley | 3.59 | 3.75 | -0.16 |
| Oilseed rape | 8.88 | 8.57 | +0.31 |
| Linseed | 7.60 | 7.60 | – |
Source: Home-Grown Cereals Authority
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