More maize getting grown in France after wet winter
France anticipates a 10% increase in grain maize area.
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John Sleigh is the Editor of The Scottish Farmer. He previously was the Northern Editor and was appointed Editor in August 2023. Before working for The Scottish Farmer, John was Scotland Editor for the Irish Farmers Journal. He has also worked for the National Farmers Union of Scotland and the Scottish Parliament.
John Sleigh is the Editor of The Scottish Farmer. He previously was the Northern Editor and was appointed Editor in August 2023. Before working for The Scottish Farmer, John was Scotland Editor for the Irish Farmers Journal. He has also worked for the National Farmers Union of Scotland and the Scottish Parliament.
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