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New network provides Prairie weed strategy
The Prairie Weed Monitoring Network aims to implement a comprehensive weed biovigilance strategy for the Prairies, including weed monitoring, risk assessment and forecasting.
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Verticillium stripe management takes a step forward
We still have a lot to learn about verticillium stripe in canola. To address some of the knowledge gaps, a recent project investigated the disease development, evaluated canola genotypes for resistance and examined its interactions with blackleg.
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Better estimate emergence this spring to hit your target plant population
Canola seeding rates may require adjusting under certain conditions to optimize plant populations and maximize yields, according to research. Seeding rates may need to be increased when seeding at a later seeding date, when high average temperatures or low precipitation are observed before seeding, or expected after seeding.
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Are there pH-insensitive strains of clubroot?
While liming may serve as an effective tool to complement host-plant resistance, field-specific conditions can affect its utility. Consider this before investing in liming to manage clubroot.
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Loss range wider for auto-adjust combines
A PAMI survey of combine losses in 2022 looked at 22 combines, half with auto-adjust capabilities and half manual adjust. Average losses were similar, but auto-adjust combines had more variability in loss levels.