What to do if winter rapeseed sowing is delayed?
Autumn sowing of winter rapeseed doesn’t always happen on time. Due to prolonged harvesting or heavy rainfall, sowing may be delayed – which poses risks to crop development and winter hardiness.
What are the risks of delayed sowing?
When sowing is delayed, crops often don’t have enough time to prepare properly for winter, resulting in:
- Slower germination and weaker seedlings
- Poorly developed root systems
- Lower frost resistance
- Reduced crop survival and yield potential
How can crops be helped to prepare for winter despite late sowing?
In case of delayed sowing, we recommend using INO BRASSICA – a dry biological seed inoculant suitable even for pre-treated seeds. It’s an effective solution that helps crops establish more quickly and prepare for overwintering.
Benefits of INO BRASSICA:
- Stimulates faster germination and early growth. Phytohormones promote rapid seed germination and plant development, supporting stronger root formation.
- Protects against root diseases. Bacillus bacteria in the inoculant suppress pathogens, safeguarding young plants from disease.
- Ensures more even emergence. Phytohormones synchronize seed activation, while beneficial microbes improve soil structure – creating uniform conditions for all seeds.
- Mobilizes nutrients. Microorganisms release phosphorus and potassium from insoluble compounds, making them available to plants – crucial for fast growth and winter readiness.
Even if sowing is delayed, you can still ensure a strong crop start and greater plant resilience.
INO BRASSICA = faster start + stronger plants + safer winter