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On-Farm Precision Canola

Precision Planted Canola

Project Abstract

This trial is takes key findings from Farming Smarter's small plot precision planter research program and evaluates performance in a real-world field environment, fostering adaptation development and adoption.

  • This project is one component of a broader precision planter research program
  • Field activities have been supported by nearly a dozen different farmers who have hosted trials on their farms, and lent equipment to facilitate trial implementation
  • Alberta Ag Centre and Kubota Canada have supplied planters for use in this research.

Project Details

Timeline:

2019-2022

Principal Investigator:

Lewis Baarda Farming Smarter

Project Contact:

Lewis Baarda

Funded By:

CAP (50%), Farming Smarter (50%), Partners

Project Objectives

Short Term Objectives

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Evaluate performance of both seeders in a field setting using rigorous on-farm trials.

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Compare the effectiveness of both seeders using low seeding rates as well as industry standard seeding rates.

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Assess whether the benefits of narrow row planters observed in small plot research are valid in a field-scale environment.

Long Term Objectives

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Generate a robust data package through facilitated on-farm research.

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Field validate effectiveness of precision planters and the agronomic benefits they provide for canola.

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Learn how to better adapt narrow row precision planters for on-farm use.

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Help to foster uptake and adoption of this novel practice.

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Achieve the highest yields possible using narrow row precision planters.

Methods


Treatments

Design ≥ 3 field scale locations x 3 years each

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Factor A seeder: planter, air seeder (use producers 10-15" spacing)

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Factor B Seeding Rate: Standard (Industry standard for crop being studied), low (Half of industry standard for crop being studied)

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