One of our Alberta agronomy specialists encountered the situation in the photo. Canola emergence was patchy in this small area, but generally good overall. The bigger issue was the big population of tiny weeds. The agronomy specialist wondered if these buckwheat seedlings, though very abundant, were too small to spray? The answer is no…
Weeds
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Factors that affect herbicide carryover are herbicide group, field history, soil characteristics, dry conditions and temperature…
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A quick quiz to test spraying windows, inversions and timing…
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Adding micronutrient solutions, especially zinc, to glyphosate is highly antagonistic to the herbicide…
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It is always good practice to clean the sprayer, especially between pre-seed and in-crop applications. Please read the updated article…
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Combining pest control operations to save trips over the field may seem like good economic sense, but consider the following when making this decision:…
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Buffer zones or strips come in all shapes and sizes, and are designed to protect sensitive areas. Sensitive areas include permanent vegetation to maintain good water quality (riparian areas around rivers, lakes and ponds), control erosion (shelterbelts) or provide wildlife habitat. These areas are also typically habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects…