Current and potential pest threats for canola in the Canadian Prairies

Canola/oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.) production in Canada has increased to become a foundational crop in the Canadian Prairies and an important economic driver of this region. The increase in seeded area, and by association its reduction in‐crop rotation frequency, has made it easier for pests to...

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Published in:Pest management science 2024-05, Vol.80 (5), p.2220-2234
Main Authors: Cornelsen, Justine EJ, Ort, Nathaniel WW, Gabert, R Keith, Epp, Ian, Rempel, Curtis B
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agricultural practices
Agronomy
Brassica napus
Canada
canola
Crop rotation
disease
insect
Insects
IPM
Oilseed crops
Pests
Prairies
production threats
Rapeseed
weed
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Summary:Canola/oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.) production in Canada has increased to become a foundational crop in the Canadian Prairies and an important economic driver of this region. The increase in seeded area, and by association its reduction in‐crop rotation frequency, has made it easier for pests to overcome current recommended agronomic management practices. The Canola Council of Canada has been successful in involving the entire commodity value chain in promoting and strengthening the Canadian canola industry; however, because of this production increase it is critically important to understand, evaluate and mitigate the potential risks of canola yield losses to current and potential pests. This Perspective provides an overview of what are currently the most damaging insects, pathogens and weeds to canola in the Canadian Prairies, potential future threats and opportunities farmers, agronomists and researchers can take to minimize these risks. © 2023 Society of Chemical Industry. Increased canola production on the Canadian Prairies has led to yield‐limiting pest challenges. Frequent surveillance, continued research and industry engagement are encouraged to overcome these and future pest problems.
ISSN:1526-498X
1526-4998
DOI:10.1002/ps.7858