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Pea Leaf Weevil Control

The pea leaf weevil is a pest of field pea and faba bean in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Meghan Vankosky, entomology research scientist with Agriculture Canada, speaking at Agronomy Update, said there are some cultural control measures producers may consider using.

Interview with Meghan Vankosky (2:01 minutes) (952 Kb)

 
 
Source : Alberta Ag and Forestry

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What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring

Video: What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring



This is the first episode of a new behind-the-scenes series on our farm.

Today I’m checking behind the planter looking at planting depth, seed-to-soil contact, and making sure we’re placing seed into moisture, even in a dry spring.

Everything can look good from the cab, but this is where you find out what’s really happening.

We also ran into a prescription issue that slowed us down, which is a good reminder that even when conditions are ideal, the little things still matter.

If you’re planting right now, it’s worth taking a few minutes to check behind your planter.