A report released today by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) demonstrates that canola’s contribution to the Canadian economy has grown to $15.4 billion annually — about $1.4 billion more than when last measured.
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Canola biodiesel reaches milestone
Canada’s canola industry is celebrating a milestone in the development of Canada’s biodiesel industry as the two percent renewable content requirement in diesel fuel sold in Canada comes into force July 1, 2011.
Read moreLygus threat minimal at bug stage
Lygus bugs are feeding on canola in the Peace River region, but insecticide control at the bud stage is rarely effective or economical. Under good growing conditions, canola can grow through this early damage without any yield loss. Instead of spraying, step up monitoring and proper sweep net sampling and be ready to take action at the pod stage if necessary.
Read moreCanola Council of Canada comments on Federal Budget 2011
The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) welcomes the commitment made in the federal budget of an additional $50 million over two years for agriculture research and innovation.
Read moreDid you walk your fields today?
Canola growers are encouraged to walk their fields a couple times a week — or more — until plants are firmly established and growing strong.
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