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Snow cover benefits cleavers
Cleavers that emerge in the fall can survive a cold winter if they’re under a nice blanket of snow. With all the snow this winter, any fields that had cleavers……
Latest Issue | October 2 2024, Issue 26
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More heated canola than usual
There’s an old saying in the canola business: “Sell it or smell it.” According to some crushers, they’ve been “smelling” more canola than usual this year. Higher green counts can…… -
Why canopy closure matters
We know that wider rows make it possible to pull wider drills with the same tractor. Wider rows also make it easier to direct seed into heavy trash. But remember…… -
Wider rows can increase damage from seed-placed N
Going to wider rows? Many new drills are set at 12” and 14” row spacing. Wider row spacing means higher concentrations of seed and fertilizer through each opener — based…… -
Take time now to prep new drill
Do you have a new drill you’ll be using for the first time this spring? Take some time now and over the next couple months before seeding to read over…… -
Questions and contacts
If you have general questions about Canola Watch, direct them to Jay Whetter, whetterj@canolacouncil.org or 807-468-4006. If you have questions on regional issues, contact one of the following Canola Council of Canada…… -
For more discussion on unseeded acres topics…
SaskCanola is sponsoring several events that will address concerns about unseeded acres and other canola-related information. 2011 SaskCanola Producer Webinars March 1, 10:00 a.m. Fertility Issues with Unseeded and Flooded…… -
Share your experiences with us
When unusual events happen — such as way too much moisture for normal operations — growers often have experiences that may provide useful tips in case a similar event happens…… -
Management tips for unseeded acres
Canola growers with excessive moisture in 2010 face many unknowns and issues for 2011. The following tips will help growers prepare these fields for 2011: Get a soil analysis. Nutrient……
