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Soil test wet fields in winter
Fields that were excessively wet in 2010 may not have the soil nutrient reserves growers expect. A soil test is recommended. If fields were too wet for soil test equipment……
Latest Issue | October 2 2024, Issue 26
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Take the Canola Watch survey
Thank you to everyone who already completed the Canola Watch survey. Your input will help us make Canola Watch even better in 2011. If you haven’t completed the 10-minute survey,…… -
Grading for green: Two limes don't make a green
The Canadian Grain Commission has a colour guide for elevator graders to follow. Distinctly green is a dark green throughout the whole seed. Light green or greenish yellow seeds –… -
Low expectations for fall seeded canola
Some growers in wet areas are considering fall seeding canola in case spring 2011 is too wet to get the crop in. If the winter and spring are dry and…… -
Fall weeds, white seed, green seed
October 6, 2010 A great chance for perennial weed control Perennial weeds such as Canada thistle, dandelion, and quack grass are best controlled in the fall because these plants are…… -
Quick Hitters:
Spread residue evenly in fields planned for canola in 2011. Good canola stand establishment, especially in direct seeding situations, starts with straw and chaff from the previous crop. Spreading residue…… -
Four weeks in swath? Be patient
With crop that’s been in the swath for 3, 4 or 5 weeks and is not drying down, growers are probably best to be patient and wait for better harvest…… -
Frosted pods shattering
Sept. 21, 2010 — Swath canola hit by heavy frost. Canola that was still fairly green when heavy frost hit this week will desiccate quickly. Pods can start dropping or…… -
Check crops today after frost
September 17, 2010 — Did you have frost last night? Growers with standing canola are wondering whether to swath right away. Before making that decision, note the temperature and duration……
