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Some interesting late-season observations.... Can you answer these three challenging questions?…
August 30, 2017 - Issue 23
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When plants are still living, galls are white and fleshy, like a potato. Large galls can be the size of a plum, and grape-sized galls are common… -
If clubroot is present in a field, then take measures to prevent the build-up of spores to limit yield loss in future canola fields. To prevent the build up… -
Canola producers can lose 5 bu./ac. or more if the combine isn’t adjusted properly. Here are tips to measure combine losses and make adjustment to limit those losses… -
Here are few swathing situations and what to about them… -
Canola storage experts recommend that hot canola be put on aeration for cooling – even if it’s dry. That's because air currents within the bin can concentrate moisture at the bottom of the central core — creating a possible start point for heating… -
Fan capacity is an important consideration in a canola bin. Airflow of 0.1 to 0.2 cfm/bu is needed to condition (cool) a bin of canola. If adding supplemental heat to dry canola, airflow of at least 0.75 cubic feet per minute per bushel is recommended. If fan size is insufficient for the job, fill the bins part way to improve…
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Clubroot resistant (CR) canola varieties are key tools used to delay clubroot establishment and manage clubroot disease on the farm…
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