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Growing fodder beet could be a good option this year

After the lack of forage in many areas in 2025 due to the drought, this season could see increased interest in growing fodder beet on livestock farms

Farmers Guardian

03 March 2026 • 3 min read

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Nick Duggan

Once fodder beet gets its roots down, it can be quite drought tolerant, so it could appeal to farmers looking to diversify forage crops to mitigate risk. ProCam agronomist Nick Duggan says: "Although...

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Growing fodder beet could be a good option this year

After the lack of forage in many areas in 2025 due to the drought, this season could see increased interest in growing fodder beet on livestock farms

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