August 14, 2024

QUIZ – Harvest looms

As harvest looms, this quiz has three quick reminders to scout for blackleg, properly prep bins and follow critical timing for pre-harvest sprays.

1.

If blackleg disease ratings are a “2” across the field, based on assessment of base-of-stem cross section cuts, what is the estimated yield loss?

blackleg disease severity scale
blackleg disease severity scale
2.

Pre-harvest weed control is one way to manage weeds that tend to release seed before or during harvest. Pre-harvest glyphosate must be applied when seed moisture is 30 per cent or lower. This is equivalent to _______ per cent seed colour change. (Fill in the blank.)

3.

Keep It Clean tip #4 is about proper storage. It includes this line specific to canola: Never use_______ to prepare canola for storage or to treat bins used to store canola. (Fill in the blank)


 

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