Research on the Farm (ROTF)

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Andrew Enns
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Protocol Status

Protocol Status
Active

Section Title

Sunflower Avian Control Use

Trial Information

The purpose of this project is to quantify the impact of Avian Control as a deterrent for Blackbirds in sunflower.

*Note: Avian Control was approved for minor use in August 2025 for a period of 1 year. Subsequent trials are dependent on renewal of use approval.

 Summary

  • The grower will plant either a confection or oil type sunflower hybrid.
  • The grower will manage their crop as per their normal best management practices.
  • The grower will apply Avian Control to 4 strips for a deterrent for blackbirds, alternating with untreated strips. An example is shown on the right.
  • Strips should be full length of the field (minimum 1000 ft.) and width to allow for a full “pure” pass with combine header.

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