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By this time of year, galls may start to break-down. Decaying galls will have a sawdust-like look and texture. If in doubt, send plant samples to a lab…
Canola Watch Posts
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Despite some wintery weather, we can hope for (and expect) good harvest weeks to come. Don’t rush into pre-winter jobs just yet…
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Due to a wet and cool September-October 2016, good harvest weather in November 2016 saved the year for many farmers. Something to keep in mind...according to samples submitted to the CGC Harvest Sample Program, almost all the canola combined in November 2016 graded No.1… -
Alberta: Snow on canola. What to do? Saskatchewan: When is canola ready to straight combine? Manitoba: When is canola ready to straight combine?…
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Fall is a good time to control perennial and winter annual weeds, but when exactly is the best time to spray? This quiz can help…
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Here is a compilation of timely disease tips based on observations in the fields this week. Look for blackleg (shown above) and clubroot in particular this fall… -
The ideal swath timing for top yield is when average seed colour change across the field is at least 60% on the main stem. But canola growers may want to reassess that approach based on the following considerations…
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How many days delayed am I going to be with straight combining versus swathing? It depends on your expectation of “ready"…