Research co-ordination sought in canola deal

Manitoba canola growers and the federal government plan to improve how federal canola agronomy research funding is co-ordinated in a new $6 million agreement. The Prairie Canola Agronomy Research Program (PCARP), announced Nov. 12, is the result of an agreement involving the Manitoba Canola Growers Association, Canola Council of Canada, Alberta Canola Producers Commission, Saskatchewan

Take time to choose the right varieties

CANOLA COUNCIL OF CANADA RELEASE With the push towards earlier seed commitments for canola, variety selection decisions for the 2009 crop have already started. “Selecting the best varieties for your farm can be a tough call so make sure each choice is an informed one,” says Doug Moisey, Canola Council of Canada agronomy specialist. First,


Ritz returns, Transport gets a new look

“Farming is the backbone of the Canadian economy and in times of global economic uncertainty this government is committed to continue putting farmers first.” Gerry Ritz is staying on as agriculture minister in Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s new cabinet. But there’s plenty of change in other key portfolios. As was generally expected, Jim Flaherty remains

Spread sulphur now, save money on 2009 crop

Applying elemental sulphur now can boost next year’s canola crop and save money, the Canola Council of Canada says. “If growers are interested in applying elemental sulphur for next year’s canola crop, look at broadcasting it this fall,” senior agronomy specialist John Mayko said in a release. Growers choose elemental sulphur fert i lizer because


Higher oil content and wet harvest increases heating risk

“The warmer it (canola) is the drier it needs to be to stay stable. It’s that combination of temperature and moisture that’s important.” – DERWYN HAMMOND Ed Rempel makes no apologies for his penchant for storing his canola crop dry. “When it comes to growing canola being paranoid means being profitable,” he said in an