Three questions on weed control – with tips on pre-seed burnoff, tank mixing and a timely integrated weed management practice.

1. The Canola Council of Canada’s 2024 survey of 500 canola growers asked, “What herbicide applications do you usually use for canola?” What percentage said they use a pre-seed burnoff?

27

49

61

73

2. In a recent article, Jay Whetter asked four few weed specialists to identify their top three integrated weed management practices. Only one practice made the top three for all four specialists. What was it? 

Higher seeding rate

Crop rotation

Narrow row spacing

Sanitation

3. The article “Pre-seed burnoff: Tips for best results” identifies four specific weeds to watch for in fields planned for canola. They are kochia, cleavers, flixweed and one other. What is it?

Chickweed

Foxtail barley

Narrow-leaved hawk’s-beard

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