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Comparison of alternative mechanical & chemical top-kill methods for seed potatoes

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Seed potato is a high value crop with considerable potential in the prairie provinces. Top-killing of the plant foliage prior to harvest induces tuber maturity and accelerates skin set, making the... More ≫

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Seed potato is a high value crop with considerable potential in the prairie provinces. Top-killing of the plant foliage prior to harvest induces tuber maturity and accelerates skin set, making the potatoes more resistant to disease and spoilage during storage. Top-killing can be achieved through chemical or mechanical means, or a combination of both. This research update reports on results of comparisons of the performance of two styles of mechanical shredders when used in combination with various treatments with Reglone.

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Conveying equipment for pulse crops

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Pulse crop production is a growing industry in the Prairie provinces. These crops are much more susceptible to damage than most cereals and other grains. Therefore, it is very important to use... More ≫

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Pulse crop production is a growing industry in the Prairie provinces. These crops are much more susceptible to damage than most cereals and other grains. Therefore, it is very important to use conveying equipment that minimizes damage to these crops. Four unique conveyors were tested and the characteristics of paddle conveyors, belt conveyors, and bristle flighting were compared to the traditional steel flighting used in existing augers. This update provides a summary of the results.

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Combine modifications disputed

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Disputes modifications to combines being recommended by Mr. Ray Stueckle, who had been holding a series of combine clinics in the Prairie provinces at the time the article was written.

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