Production Resources

We are nearing the end of another season. However, there are still decisions to be made that can help set the farm up for success in the following year. In addition to evaluating decisions made throughout the year, we can… Read More

Most species of cutworms are generalists, meaning they will feed on many types of crops and wild plants at the seedling stage, if given the opportunity. Cutworms are not often an economical concern, especially in cereal grains due to high… Read More

Bacterial leaf streak and bacterial black chaff of cereals, caused by Xanthomonas translucens pv. undulosa and Xanthomonas translucens pv. translucens, have become more prevalent in the Prairie provinces recently due to a combination of favourable conditions and increased awareness. Read More

Lambda-cyhalothrin is a widely used insecticide belonging to the synthetic pyrethroid chemical group (Group 3A). Commonly sold as Matador or Silencer, among others, the lambda-cyhalothrin active ingredient is a broad-spectrum insecticide that is effective on several pests of pulse, corn,… Read More

The 2022 growing season had varied precipitation accumulation across the province, not only due to heavy spring flooding but throughout the season. In late October, the Available Water Holding Capacity was measured from 0 – 120 cm depth in over… Read More

The 2022 growing season had varied precipitation accumulation across the province, not only due to heavy spring flooding but throughout the season. In late October, the Available Water Holding Capacity was measured from 0 – 120 cm depth in over… Read More

The 2022 growing season had varied precipitation accumulation across the province, not only due to heavy spring flooding but throughout the season. In late October, the Available Water Holding Capacity was measured from 0 – 120 cm depth in over… Read More

Herbicide resistance develops as a result of repeated use of a single mode of action herbicide on the same weed population in the same field. Selection for resistant weed populations occurs when a small number of individuals in that population… Read More

A common barrier to resistance management is the perception that it is costly and complex. Short-term expenses may include increased inputs, labour and equipment to manage the resistant-prone weeds. Although resistance management practices can increase costs in the short-term, farmers… Read More