In general the wheat crop has been looking excellent. We are in the home stretch and all of a sudden we are experiencing lodging on a large scale. Its not always easy to come it with “why” the wheat has lodged as every situation is different but follow along as The Wheat Team deciphers the problem.
Growing wheat isn’t just about baking bread. It’s important to include wheat in any crop rotation because it makes all other crops better.
There is lots of buzz around the countryside regarding cover crops, which is fantastic! Cover crops are a great addition to any crop rotation and the benefits are larger than many growers realize. For example, by including red clover into your rotation you add…
Seeds Canada has sprouted! Four seed sector organizations all voted in favour of amalgamation to become one new, national organization. Read more to learn what this means for the Canadian seed sector.
Follow along as Mike Holzworth gives us an update form the C&M Seeds research plots. We learn about growth staging, planting dates and more!
Resist the temptation! DO NOT allow the chance to sell 2021 soybeans for $17.00 impact the production potential of your 2022 wheat. Even at todays prices, it takes a very large increase in soy yield to replace the net revenue decrease in your following wheat crop if you delay planting this fall.
Winter canola has been gaining popularity across the province for the last few years. Much of the Mercedes looks great this spring and is already in the early bloom stage! Learn what the next management steps are and what to plan for if you are looking at planting this summer.
Winter Canola has been gaining in popularity in Ontario, but there is still very few acres. In this article you will find tips on growing it.
Heading into winter, the 2021 crop looked tremendous in many parts of the province. Plant growth regulators can play a crucial role in keeping your wheat crop standing all season long to maximize full yield potential. Read more to learn if PGR’s are right for your crop along with product selection and application timing.
Your Hard Red Wheat crop has two jobs, it needs to create KERNELS (= yield) and it needs to create PROTEIN (= grade). Your choice of fertilizer strategy will greatly impact both. Read more to learn how to achieve both!