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This graph shows that a higher seeding rate that will ensure a stand of at least 60 plants per square metre (6 per square

Growers face many weed, insect and disease management decisions throughout a growing season. In many cases, these applications provide a clear return on investment.

High cereal yields last year mean more residue issues this spring. If the drill cannot cut through or dig under the residue to place

The Canola Council of Canada’s Ultimate Canola Challenge will run trials at 15 sites across the Prairies, testing various crop input products currently on

You can’t control the weather. Seed when you can. Remember, more than half the canola acres last year were seeded after May 20. Spray

This “forward trajectory” wind map shows where winds from Southern California are predicted to travel over the next five days. You’ll see they pass

Three questions on seeding date: 1. Say canola seeded on May 1 has 100% of its yield potential. After what seeding date does canola

It’s mid May, so put away the soil thermometer. When you get the chance to seed, then seed. Seeding into warmer (8-10°C) soils will

Early weed control is an important step in profitable canola production. Research on preseed weed control showed that early seeding was less important to

Applying a burnoff after seeding but before emergence is a risky option for those who want to get seeding. Consider the following risks with

While checking your seeding depth, take a look for cutworms at the same time. Another good time to look is around bare patches that

Good soil moisture may encourage some growers to increase planned nutrient rates to capture an increase in yield potential. However, before increasing fertilizer rates,