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TOP TEN REASONS TO GROW WINTER WHEAT IN WESTERN CANADA

  • Good fit with conservation farming systems.
  • More efficient water utilization than spring seeded crops.
  • Avoids wheat midge damage due to early heading – no need for insecticides.
  • Good weed competitor so wild oat herbicide not usually required – saves up to $15.00 per acre in input costs.
  • No spraying for wild oat reduces selection pressure for herbicide resistance.
  • Reduced risk of Fusarium head blight due to early development and maturity.
  • Avoids seeding problems on late, wet springs. Earlier harvest than spring wheat.
  • Lower energy requirements due to reduced tillage and pesticide use.
  • Less disturbance to wildlife, especially waterfowl and upland game birds.
  • High yield potential and reduced pesticide costs mean greater potential for increased returns per acre.

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D. Brian Fowler
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University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada.

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