Varieties showing significant differences in CSFB palatability

Significant differences have been identified in the resistance of leading commercial oilseed rape varieties to cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) feeding.

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Varieties showing significant differences in CSFB palatability

Significant differences have been identified in the resistance of leading commercial oilseed rape varieties to cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) feeding. Work at the John Innes Centre's (JIC) entomology...

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