flea beetle

Flea Beetle in Spring Canola: Monitor, Identify Fields at Risk & Consider the Weather

Meghan MoranMeghan Moran May 29, 2020 745 Comments Off on Flea Beetle in Spring Canola: Monitor, Identify Fields at Risk & Consider the Weather
Canola

Canola producers are likely familiar with flea beetle and have an understanding of how to manage them. Many are reporting flea beetle feeding this spring.  A few resources have been brought together here to help with scouting and decision making on control measures. “Five Things to Know about Flea Beetle” from Canola watch by Canola Council of Canada (CCC) Comprehensive…

The Advantages of Seeding Canola Early

Meghan MoranMeghan Moran March 13, 2016 2685 Comments Off on The Advantages of Seeding Canola Early
Canola

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…

Watch for Flea Beetles this Spring

Brian HallBrian Hall May 10, 2012 2287 Comments Off on Watch for Flea Beetles this Spring
Canola

Once canola starts to emerge, start scouting for flea beetles. Flea beetles are now very active and present in emerged canola.  Canola will emerge quickly with forecast temperatures in high teens for the next week. Flea beetle damage is most severe the first two weeks after canola  after canola seedling emergence. At the 3-4 leaf  stage the  plants can generally outgrow…