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Harvest officially earliest in 20 years, says AHDB

First Harvest Report reveals oilseed rape yields have improved on average but cereal yields have generally been below the 10-year average

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
The First Harvest Report from AHDB says this year's harvest is the earliest since its record began
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The First Harvest Report from AHDB says this year's harvest is the earliest since its record began

Harvest is officially the earliest in at least 20 years following another year of exceptionally hot and dry weather, AHDB has confirmed. Issuing its first Harvest Report of 2026 the levy body said the...

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