For many farms across the Canadian Prairies this year, dry soil conditions delayed germination, emergence and crop establishment. We note a few little details that seem to have helped canola emergence in these challenging conditions.
Missing plants. What’s the cause?
Many factors can cause a thin canola stand. Proper diagnosis is important for effective management. Here are common factors, with diagnosis tips for each.
Reasons for missing plants
With very dry conditions in many fields across the Prairies this spring, the most likely cause was probably seed beds too dry for germination. But what else might be at work?
How to work through the reseeding decision
An established canola stand with as few as 1-2 plants per square foot generally has higher economic potential than a crop reseeded late. But reseeding can make sense if…
Canola Watch PHOTO quiz – Scouted this week
Scouting for the season should start right at emergence. That way you can spot some of the early-season issues featured in this week’s photo quiz.
Canola Watch quiz – Stand establishment
Six questions to test your skills for assessing canola stand establishment.
Two common questions after a spring frost
Growers have two common questions after a spring frost: 1. Did the crop survive? (Do I need to reseed?) 2. When can I resume weed control? This article will help you answer both.
Seeding-time decisions to improve profit
Marketing and environmental challenges often have farmers reviewing ways to best-manage inputs to improve profits. Here are common agronomy practices that can greatly influence crop profitability.
How to increase canola seed survival rates
With the following tips, canola farmers can increase seed survival and get more from their seed investment.
Timely seeding and stand establishment topics
Five topics: Take time and seed right; Use the Canola Calculator to determine the ideal seeding rate; The ideal time to seed canola; Seeding into dry soil; Flea beetles will keep eating on cool days.