Science

5 CCC Agronomy Priorities for Canola

The Canola Council of Canada agronomy team has put together five science-based agronomy actions that will show the biggest improvements for farm profitability, sustainability and productivity for canola growers.

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Canola Encyclopedia

Canola Encyclopedia Top Ten: Topics for 2021

The Canola Encyclopedia at canola encyclopedia.ca has science- based management tips for weeds, insects and diseases, and information on everything from plant establishment, nutrient management, harvest loss and storage tips. Click tracking at the Canola Encyclopedia is a good indicator of production issues each year. Here are the top 10 most-clicked encyclopedia pages for 2021.

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Canola Research Hub

Canola Research Top Ten:Projects on the Research Hub

Since its launch in January 2021, the Canola Research Hub has added over 50 projects to its research library and 18 blog posts on various agronomic topics. This article lists the top 10 most-clicked research reports on the Hub website

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Science

How an On-Farm Trial can be like a Vacation

Do the research studies described in this magazine make you want to test a new product or practice on the farm? Similar to the way planning for a vacation can provide emotional benefits even before you leave for it, the benefits of conducting an on-farm trial aren’t limited to the final values after harvest is complete.

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Plant Establishment

Field study compares canola emergence based on wheat residue treatment

Key result: This study compared two choppers and three post-harvest residue treatments of wheat residue and found no significant differences in canola emergence across treatments. However, the researcher still recommends proper residue management for a good canola plant stand. Uneven and poorly distributed residue can lead to challenges, including uneven seed depth the following spring,...
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