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Flea beetle spraying was reported in many locations across the Prairies. Stem feeding was also noticed in a number of areas. Stem feeding is not a concern if small pitting……
2009 - Issue 7
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It is crucial that fields are scouted thoroughly and often. A heavy infestation on a stressed or thin stand can do significant damage in 24 to 72 hours. Be prepared……
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Still Battling Mother Nature Excess moisture continues to impede seeding in parts of the northern Interlake Region of Manitoba where it is estimated that only about 25% of the crop……
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Environmental stresses continue to be the dominant and common threat to canola production in western Canada this week. Canola seeding is not yet finished in parts of Manitoba and some……
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There are reports of producers seeding Polish (Brassica rapa) canola varieties in Manitoba and Alberta. Keep in mind that herbicide options are limited and full spectrum weed control can be……
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Before making re-seed decisions consider the following: Take a close look. Get down, way down, at ground level and look for signs of recovery. A plant with a green, intact……
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Crop recovery from the frost 10 days ago was reasonably good across western Canada, especially with the warm temperatures late last week and over the weekend. Some re-seeding was reported……
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No doubt that this spring has been especially challenging for canola establishment. Cool and dry conditions in many areas resulted in less than ideal emergence. Late-frosts have now thinned stands……
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There are questions about the ability to tank mix insecticides with herbicides when spraying canola. Please read the updated article…