Canola Watch Newsletters

Scouting last year’s stubble to estimate this year’s risk of blackleg infection is more effective than looking on new seedlings. Blackleg will appear on last year’s stubble as black spots…

Seed first or spray weeds?  Juggling seeding and effective weed control is challenging. Where possible, opt for a pre-seed rather than pre-emergence burndown because:  poor spraying conditions and the busyness of seeding…

Is your canola seed where you need it? This quick video explains how to properly assess seed placement and depth.   Canola Quiz – Pre-seed burnoff, May version Three new questions…

What factors determine the safety of seed-placed fertilizer?  Ammonia-based fertilizers placed too close to the seed can be toxic to seed and seedlings, while nitrate and potassium-based fertilizers can cause…

Weeds: Fall-applied Edge, spraying after frost Edge: Farms grappling with glyphosate-resistant kochia, excess cleavers as well as herbicide-resistant wild oats and green foxtail may want to consider Group-3 ethalfluralin (Edge) applied…

What is the right time for fall soil sampling? When using soil sampling to plan fertilizer rates for next year, the best time to sample is after soil has cooled to at…