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Diamondback moth larvae are generally low across the Prairies so far, but one hot spot has been noted in Rural Municipality 10 in Saskatchewan. This R.M. is south of Regina, near the U.S. border. Some populations of diamondback moth above the economic threshold have also been found in Eastern Manitoba recently…
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While out scouting for insects feeding on pods, you might also find these insects at work. Each of the insects in the quiz will feed on pest insects of canola, which is why we call them "beneficials". You might also call them Field Heroes…
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Check pods for feeding from bertha armyworm, diamondback moth larvae, lygus and other pests. If any pod feeders are found, make accurate counts in at least three locations 50 metres apart in each field. Then make spray decisions based on thresholds…
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Can you identify these five green worms that can be found in canola at this time of year?…
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Eggs are not a target for management, but this is a fun quiz that will improve your agronomy knowledge. Look out for these when out scouting the soil or plants for other issues. This is a matching quiz – five eggs, five choices. Can you match all five?…
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Seeing about ground symptoms? Root maggots are one possible cause. Their damage can also increase root disease infections…
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Slugs have been found feeding on canola in wet areas of Alberta. Some fields are starting to flower – which means we have to start talking about cabbage seedpod weevils…
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Four scenarios with "Yes" or "No" answers on application timing…
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