Science

Farmer-Funded Research: Investing in research that will maximize net income for canola farmers through sustainable production

Quality, relevant and up-to-date information is key in making decisions that benefit our farms – economically, ecologically and environmentally. Farmer-led and funded research is crucial to making this happen. As public-funded research has declined over the years, it’s more important than ever for grower-funded organizations to step up and fill the void. STAY CONNECTED. Sign...
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Three Short Articles

Corteva Agriscience’s glyphosate-resistant canola system, Optimum GLY, launched in 2023 and will be available in a few cultivars for 2024. Crop stage: Glyphosate can be applied to Optimum GLY canola from cotyledon to first flowers. “Optimum GLY expands the window of application past the six-leaf stage, allowing farmers the flexibility to time their herbicide application...
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Band nitrogen to reduce losses, improve NUE

Science Edition: Fertility Management
KEY RESULT: This one-year study supports previous recommendations that in-soil banding of nitrogen fertilizers during seeding or near to the time of seeding is a best management practice to enhance nitrogen use efficiency (NUE). PROJECT TITLE, PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: “Impact of Source and Placement of Nitrogen and Sulphur Fertilizers on Canola,” Ramona Mohr, AAFC Brandon FUNDING:...
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Saskatchewan Bulletin

SaskCanola is accepting nominations to fill four positions on its board of directors. This is an important opportunity to influence decisions that will guide the future of canola and the agriculture industry in Saskatchewan. We seek diverse candidates who are characteristic of our members at large (Saskatchewan oilseed farmers) to share their perspective at our...
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