Farming Report for Bassetlaw and Lincolnshire: Week Commencing 24th June 2024
### Farming Report for Bassetlaw and Lincolnshire: Week Commencing 24th June 2024 #### Weather and Crop Conditions The weather in Bassetlaw and Lincolnshire for the week starting 24th June 2024 is expected to be mixed, with periods of sunshine and occasional showers. Temperatures will range between 15°C and 22°C, providing conducive conditions for crop growth but also necessitating careful monitoring for potential waterlogging in low-lying areas. #### Crop Progress and Yield Expectations **Winter Wheat and Barley**: - **Winter Wheat**: Crops are in the grain-filling stage. The recent rainfall has benefited late-developing crops, but consistent monitoring for disease pressure is crucial, especially for rust and septoria. - **Winter Barley**: Harvesting is expected to begin in the coming weeks. Yield expectations are generally positive, though some areas have reported variable grain size due to earlier dry spells. **Oilseed Rape**: - Flowering has