The field was divided in two. Low seed rates were chosen to reduce the risk of lodging. A wide range of broad-leaved weeds and meadow grass was present at the time of application. The first N dressing was delayed until late tillering to reduce the risk of lodging. The start of stem elongation is the crucial stage for application of PGRs for lodging control.
Foil contains fluquinconazole and prochloraz.
Prochloraz provides control of eyespot, a disease that is more likely to affect early-sown crops. Growth stage 59. Low rates were judged adequate because of the timeliness of the application. Growth stage 73. Weed control The combination of early sowing and difficult autumn weather made weed control a formidable challenge.