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Insecticides for variable staged crops
Cabbage seedpod weevils are one example of an insect where crop stage is a factor in the management decision. Weevils lay their eggs in developing pods, and these larvae feed…
Latest Issue | November 13 2024, Issue 27
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Assess the real cause of bud loss in pre-bolting canola
Bud damage and insects are being found together in some canola fields, but that does not mean insects are the primary reason for the damage. Take a moment to assess… -
June 16, 2015 – Progress in Portage la Prairie
Here is a quick update on the Portage la Prairie UCC Site. Ideal temperature and moisture conditions have promoted fast crop growth this past week. The trial site has received… -
June 9, 2015 – Manitoba UCC Plot
The Manitoba 2015 Ultimate Canola Challenge plot is located South of Portage, along highway 240 towards South Port. The exact location is Lot 107 in the Parrish of Portage. In… -
June 17 Quiz — What is this we found?
This is a good week to be out scouting for situations that require immediate management, continued monitoring or detailed note-taking to make amends next year. Drill performance issues are a… -
No sit Sherlock!
Canola plants have been going through a lot of stress, and could be showing multiple symptoms. Good sleuthing means leaving the truck seat, putting on your booties and walking the… -
Insect update: Grasshopper, diamondback, lygus, CSPW
Grasshoppers. If populations are significant and crop feeding has begun, a spray or bait application around field edges may be enough to reduce the threat. Grasshoppers are easier to manage…… -
Get the most out of your herbicide application
This article has tips and links for information on spraying in windy conditions, when to spray uneven crop, spraying at the right crop stage, sprayer clean out to prevent crop… -
How to identify a spray contamination issue
Herbicide damage to canola can take many forms. Here are some clues to look for…
