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8 Agronomy Articles

Reasons to Grow Winter Canola

Learn why farmers should add winter canola from Pioneer to their crop rotations to improve profitability and tap into a new market.

Diamondback Moth - A Winter Canola Pest

Significant increases of winter canola acreage in several areas, including the Southern Great Plains in the United States, have proven to be a preferred host crop for diamondback moth. Egg laying and economic damage from larval feeding are not uncommon. Learn more about monitoring and managing this pest.

Managing Blackleg and White Mold in Canola

In the U.S., blackleg and white mold are two of the most challenging diseases in canola production. This article provides tips for dealing with both of these diseases.

Winter Canola Program FAQs

Find answers to your top questions about growing winter canola in the mid-South, plus details on the Winter Canola Program provided by Pioneer and Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables.

Minimize Your Risk with Winter Canola

Learn how a new program from Pioneer and Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables is minimizing the risks and maximizing the opportunities for Mid-South farmers planting winter canola.

Critical Period of Weed Control in Canola

The most critical canola growth period to control weeds is from emergence through the 4-leaf stage. Early weeds compete for the same resource's canola needs to thrive and can cause up to a 20% yield loss if delayed until the 6- to 7-leaf stage.

Verticillium Stripe of Canola

Verticillium stripe is a soil-borne disease of canola. Learn the potential yield impact, identification tips and management options.

12 Factors Influencing Canola Seed Survival

Canola seed survival can vary from 25 to 75 percent, depending on a range of factors. Knowing and accounting for these factors may help growers make better estimates of optimal planting rates. Read about the factors to consider.