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Why 50 Degrees Matters: Protecting Nitrogen and Your Bottom Line

By Tara Desmond & Matt from Becks

When it comes to nitrogen management, doing things right matters not just for the crop, but for the land and the future of farming. Matt from Beck’s Hybrids emphasizes the importance of using nitrification inhibitors whenever nitrogen is applied in Illinois.

These inhibitors play a vital role in keeping nitrogen in a stable, soil-bound form, reducing the risk of nutrient loss. “It’s not just important for the bottom line,” Matt explains. “We’re under the microscope. People are watching how we handle nitrogen, and we want to make sure we’re good stewards so others don’t impose regulations that make farming harder.”

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Sclerotinia and Lygus in Seed Canola: Field Update with George Lubberts, CCA | Enchant, Alberta

Video: Sclerotinia and Lygus in Seed Canola: Field Update with George Lubberts, CCA | Enchant, Alberta

Join Certified Crop Advisor George Lubberts for this Prairie Certified Crop Advisor (Prairie CCA) field update from Enchant, Alberta. In this 12th video of the series, George takes us into a seed canola field where the male rows have been removed and the female plants are filling pods. This video was taken in the third week of August 2025.

George discusses the early signs of sclerotinia stem rot, explaining how infection begins in the stem, impacts pod development, and leads to premature ripening. He also shares insights on lygus bug management, including timing of spray applications to minimize feeding damage and maintain seed size and quality.

With cool, damp summer conditions, George notes that while disease pressure is present, overall field health remains good. The crop is just beginning to show early seed colour change, signaling progress toward maturity.

Topics Covered:

•Sclerotinia stem rot identification and impact

•Managing lygus bugs in seed canola

•Crop stage and seed colour change observations

•Timing insecticide sprays for optimal protection

•Insights from a CCA field perspective in southern Alberta