Basic plant nutrition

Adequate plant nutrition is important for canola production, which in turn is affected by soil fertility management. The health of the plant will also affect the crop response to stress…

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Nutrient management

Fertility is a diverse topic that involves many factors and management practices related to crop nutrition, as impacted by the environmental conditions in a specific location. Understanding soil properties, soil…

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Plant establishment

From seedbed preparations, managing spring environmental conditions and planting operation specifications, there are many early season factors which can set small canola seeds up to be a productive, successful crop.…

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Seedbed preparation

A favourable seedbed is important for good stand establishment, especially since canola seeds are relatively small compared to other commodities, and canola emergence rates remain a major challenge. For optimal…

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Seed quality

Choosing high quality seed improves the potential for sustainable production with increased profitability and reduced production risk. Current hybrid canola seeds are extensively tested before being treated, bagged and sold. With the majority of the seedlots exceeding certified seed requirements, it isn’t an issue to find an option with high genetic potential to start off the growing season.

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Equipment management

Placing canola at a consistent depth across the width of the seeding tool will improve seed-to-soil contact, increase seed survival and help the crop emerge evenly. Consistent seed placement will…

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