It’s getting close to spring again and, of course, this article is all about calculating seeding rates and achieving a targeted plant density. Let’s cut to the chase. Other than situations where a pneumatic row planter is being used, why should farmers worry about seeding rates outside of the standard 5 lb per acre? It’s true that with median seed…
There are some clear advantages to seeding canola early, including high yield and mitigating pest issues. This spring, ensure that your planting equipment is ready to go early in the season and get your canola crop off to a quick start. Temperature Ideal planting dates in Ontario are typically in late April and early May. Germination can occur at soil…
Maximizing the potential yield of your canola begins with proper stand establishment. So 14-30 days after seeding your canola is a good time to go and assess your canola stands and the job of seeding. This will not only help to observe any problems, but give you some feedback on drill performance and what changes you might make for next…
