Science Edition 2017—Canola Performance Trials compare leading canola varieties in small-plot and field-scale trials. What growers get from this is independent, third-party data on new and familiar canola varieties – essential information in making variety choices. Alberta Canola, SaskCanola and the Manitoba Canola Growers Association fund the program, along with contributions from the British Columbia Grain Producers...

Science Edition 2017—Manitoba’s Pest Surveillance Initiative (PSI) Lab, a grower-led laboratory established to help growers better manage pest threats as they emerge, continues to grow its ability to move lab research off the bench and into growers’ hands. The focus remains on ‘what is in the environment’ – helping Manitoba growers identify and track the pests in...

Science Edition 2017—  The Ultimate Canola Challenge, brainchild of the Canola Council of Canada agronomy specialists, has the objective to challenge growers to obtain higher yields and profitability. What started out as small-plot research has evolved into on-farm testing of new products and practices so growers can test new ideas on their farm. For 2016 and 2017,...

Science Edition 2016—Key result: A pest complex of economically significant cutworm species can be found on the Prairies, and outbreaks seem to be occurring with greater frequency. This study has resulted in a DNA protocol for quick, accurate identification of cutworm species; identification of natural enemies and evaluation of their ability to develop on different cutworm species;...

Science Edition 2016—Key result: This research looked at the feasibility of bag storage for canola and the effects on seed quality based on moisture content and length of storage time. Dry canola seeds can be safely stored for six to eight months in bags, but canola at 12 per cent moisture should be stored only temporarily. Project...