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Canola Council statement on China’s removal of restrictions for canola exporters
May 18, 2022 – Today, Canada was advised that China has reinstated access for Richardson and Viterra to export canola seed to China. For more information, please read the Global Affairs Canada statement. “This is a positive step forward, restoring full trade in canola with China and ensuring that all Canadian exporters are treated equally by…
Read moreHow to improve flea beetle management
Flea beetles can do a lot of damage in a short time. To avoid beetle shock, growers and agronomists across the Prairies will want to scout as soon as seedlings emerge, and check often – especially in crops advancing slowly. Seed treatments usually provide effective protection as long as canola reaches the three- to four-leaf…
Read moreU.S. EPA recognizes canola for its GHG emissions reduction in advanced biofuels
April 18, 2022 – Canola’s contribution as a solutions-provider in helping to address climate change was recognized last week, with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed decision that canola oil-derived renewable diesel, jet fuel and other biofuels qualify as “advanced biofuels” under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program. The proposed decision found that greenhouse…
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