Teagasc news: Smaller maize, beet crops likely

With most of the maize and fodder beet sown, Teagasc advisors said last week acreages of both are likely to be reduced, compared to last year.

A significant area of potatoes was yet to be planted last week, ranging from about 10% in the south east to 25% in the north east.

Main crop area may increase, due to the availability of cheaper land; however, any increases will be constrained due to lack of quality seed.