Canada
April 15, 2009
- Is there an optimal canola
seeding rate to maximize farm profitability?
- What are the most
important agronomic considerations, from seeding to 21 days
after emergence?
- Is it possible to manage
poor plant stands for profit?
A new on-line source from the
Canola Council of Canada
(CCC) is providing information on these and many other
questions. Through the SEED Smart link at
www.canolacouncil.org,
agronomists and producers can access up-to-date agronomic
information from the CCC Crop Production team and other industry
experts. SEED Smart can also be accessed directly at
www.seedsmart.org.
"Our objective is to provide producers with the information they
need to maximize their profitability," says Arvel Lawson,
Program Manager for Crop Production for the CCC. "Stand
establishment is critical to success, so we intend to keep
updating this site to ensure producers have the information they
need, when they need it."
The site offers a free download of the SEED Smart Tips Card, or
to order in bulk for 15 cents per card. This quick hits card
condenses the most essential information about stand
establishment.
Other free downloads include:
- Early seeding tips
- Estimated canola plant populations under various
seeding conditions
- Factors affecting canola survival from seeding to 21
days after emergence
- Factors that affect canola germination, seed and
seeding vigour
- Managing poor plant stands in canola
- Plant populations for profitability
- When to seed
Another feature is SEED Smart
Radio, an on-line radio resource for early season seeding tips.
A new clip will be added to the site each week until the middle
of May; make sure to check back each week for tips ranging from
leveling your drill to selecting your optimal seeding speed.
The essential reference book for canola growers – the Canola
Growers Manual – is also available for free download or online
order.
Go to
http://www.canolacouncil.org/ and follow the "SEED Smart"
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