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Canola Watch #22

Four the week
It’s complicated. We’ve said over and over to swath when the main stem reaches 60% seed colour change, and when seeds on side branches are “firm to roll” as shown in the video above. But the decision when to swath is often much more difficult — especially with the advancing calendar, disease pressure and lodging.

Straight goods. Straight combining canola is a viable option on many farms, and more growers seem willing to give it a try. The best most uniform fields provide the greatest chance for success.

One man’s treasure… Effective and sustainable zero tillage and direct seeding systems depend on good residue spreading in the fall. Without that, seed placement becomes a challenge and residue becomes “trash” all over again.

Think ahead. Fall isn’t just about harvest. It’s also about gathering information and prepping fields to increase the odds of success next year. See our top 10 considerations.

Map of the week

This map from Weatherfarm shows the lows for yesterday. Click here for an online and larger version of the map. Not many areas received frost yesterday, and forecast lows are not showing a widespread frost risk until at least the middle of next week.

September 4 Quiz

It pays to know how much canola your combine is throwing over. Test your harvest loss management skills…

Source: Alberta Canola Producers Commission


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