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Harvest 2015 by numbers
Looking at the Harvest Results data so far comparing the same date range for 2014 & 2015 yields are up across the board with oilseed rape being the highest at 10%.
Average yield 2014 vs 2015
| Cropping | 2014 (t/ha) | 2015 (t/ha) | Diff (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 10.23 | 10.79 | 5.5 |
| Barley | 8.53 | 9.06 | 6.2 |
| Oats | 8.05 | 8.07 | 8.9 |
| Oilseed Rape | 3.99 | 4.38 | 9.8 |
Harvest 2015 has been a little damper than 2014 which is reflected in the average moistures per crop, particularly the earlier harvested barley & oilseed rape. The Harvest Results adjust for moisture, so this is accounted for in the variety yield analysis.
Average Moisture Content 2014 vs 2015
| Cropping | 2014 (%) | 2015 (%) | Diff (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 14.54 | 14.77 | 1.5 |
| Barley | 14.29 | 14.86 | 4 |
| Oats | 13.64 | 14.2 | 4.1 |
| Oilseed Rape | 7.95 | 8.23 | 3.5 |
Varieties have polarised by 30% which translates as fewer different varieties being grown. The same is true for the number of different markets showing a decline of 16%.
Number of unique varieties & markets grown
| Cropping | 2014 | 2015 | Diff (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Varieties | 80 | 56 | -30 |
| No of Markets | 12 | 10 | -16.7 |
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