Wheat survey finds 90% eyespot level

EYESPOT HAS been found in over 90% of wheat crops in a survey by Syngenta and independent agronomists across the UK.

Some 86% of samples showed signs of the aggressive R strain. But 57% had mixed R and W infections, highlighting the importance of a fungicide to tackle both strains and guard against a potential 30% yield loss, says the firm”s Rod Burke.