Ready for some detective work? The first few weeks of the growing season is a great time to police fields for suspicious weeds. Look for weeds that lived through the pre-seed burnoff or post-emergent sprays while others of the same species have died. These few weeds could be resistant to one or more herbicide groups, and it would be good to nab them early.
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Federal budget supports ag trade and investment
The canola industry is pleased with the renewed commitment to market access and Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations included in yesterday’s federal budget. The budget, tabled by Finance Minister Joe Oliver, included an $18.1 million increase in funding to the Market Access Secretariat as well as a renewed commitment to work towards concluding the TPP – a 12 country negotiation including key markets like Japan.
Read moreThe bottom line on canola seeding rates
Seven to 10 plants per square foot emerged uniformly. That’s the target. That’s the ultimate goal with canola stand establishment.
Read moreProgress achieved at the National Bee Health Roundtable
On March 5, the National Bee Health Roundtable held its third workshop since its inception in the spring of 2014. As a founding member of the Roundtable, the Canola Council of Canada is pleased to report tangible accomplishments achieved by stakeholders with a direct interest in the health of bees.
Read moreNew Chair and Directors Elected to CCC’s Board
Brian Conn has been elected as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Canola Council of Canada (CCC).
Read moreBetter start means more profit
A strong start for canola pays off all season long. Growers who invest the time to place seed at an even shallow depth and invest in a seeding rate that will provide seven to 10 living plants per square foot will usually see a strong return on that investment through reduced pest management costs, easier harvest timing, lower green seed counts and higher yields.
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