Virus yellows infection at 'unprecedented levels'

Concerns are mounting about the impact of virus yellows on the future viability of the UK sugar beet crop.

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Virus yellows infection at 'unprecedented levels'

Concerns are mounting about the impact of virus yellows on the future viability of the UK sugar beet crop. Independent agricultural consultant Robin Limb says there are reports of up to 60 per cent...

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