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Canola Agronomy That Pays: Sulfur, Boron, Bloom Timing & Desiccation Strategy | Field Talk Friday

Field Talk Friday | Final Episode of the Year | Dr. John Murphy x Matt Kramlich | Canola Strategy & Yield ROI We’re wrapping up this season of Field Talk Friday from north-central North Dakota, standing next to a blooming canola field just outside of Maddock. Dr. John Murphy is joined by fellow agronomist and farmer Matt Kramlich for a practical, full-season discussion on canola agronomy—from stand establishment to bolting, bloom timing, sulfur and boron applications, and desiccation timing before harvest. Whether you grow canola, advise others, or are just curious about how this oilseed fits into a diversified rotation, this episode is full of ground-level insight and proven strategies for getting the most from every acre. 🌱 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The Foundation: Establishing a Strong Canola Stand Matt shares how residue management, seedbed prep, and planting depth make or break canola emergence. Because the seed is so small, even minor issues with trash, depth, or soil structure can cost you stand—and yield. “Canola doesn’t have the horsepower to fight through bad seedbeds. You have to set it up right.” ✅ Nitrogen & Sulfur: The Core of Canola Fertility Canola’s nitrogen needs are similar to spring wheat in the region—usually around 120 lbs N/ac, depending on yield goals and soil test. Sulfur, however, is where canola demands more. As an oilseed, sulfur is non-negotiable for: Oil production Plant structure Long-term reproductive success “If you’re not thinking about sulfur when growing canola, you’re capping your ceiling.” ✅ Boron Timing: The ‘Micro of Micros’ That Moves Yield Matt breaks down how early bloom boron applications can: Extend flowering Improve flower retention Support pod fill Ultimately increase yield by hundreds of pounds per acre He shares the rule of thumb: “Every day you extend bloom is worth 100 pounds of product. That’s real ROI.” And that makes boron not just a biological support tool—but a yield protection input. ✅ Desiccation & Harvest Timing: Why and When to Pull the Trigger Desiccating canola isn’t just about uniformity—it’s about protecting yield from shatter losses. Matt explains: How and when to time desiccation (look for pod color change in the middle of the plant) Why harvest timing is especially critical in areas with wind and hail risks How desiccation can let you pull the crop 7–10 days earlier, preserving quality and profitability “Every pod you lose to a late storm is a bushel that never hits your bin. Desiccation helps you avoid that.” 🔁 Rotation Perspective: Wheat, Soybeans, Cattle & Canola As a grower of soybeans, wheat, and canola—and a cattleman—Matt shares how each crop serves a specific purpose in the system: Wheat provides straw for bedding Canola brings in high-value oilseed income Soybeans serve as a rotational driver Cattle bring nutrient cycling and diversification to the land This rotation builds resilience while keeping every acre active and productive. 🧠 Real-World Takeaways: Start with a clean, firm, well-managed seedbed—canola won’t forgive sloppiness Don’t skimp on sulfur—especially for oil crops like canola or sunflowers Apply boron at bolting or early bloom for ROI that pays in pods and pounds Plan ahead for desiccation to avoid shatter and smooth out harvest Keep an open mind: new strategies and small tweaks can bring lasting returns “Staying profitable means staying open to change—especially when it comes to fertility and timing.” 📣 Join the Conversation: Are you applying boron in your canola system? What has been your experience with desiccation timing? What’s one lesson you’ve learned this year about small-seeded crops like canola? Drop your thoughts in the comments—and let us know what you’re planning to improve in 2026. 🔔 Subscribe to AgXplore’s YouTube Channel That’s a wrap on this year’s Field Talk Friday series. We appreciate your time, your attention, and your commitment to better agronomy. We’ll be back soon with more in-field conversations, agronomic walk-throughs, and practical insights that help every decision count. 👍 Like this episode if you’ve ever lost yield to pod shatter 💬 Comment with your best tip for managing small-seeded crops 📤 Share with someone who’s experimenting with canola or evaluating rotation diversity #FieldTalkFriday #AgXplore #CanolaAgronomy #SulfurManagement #BoronTiming #BloomStage #OilseedCrops #CropRotation #DesiccationTiming #CropEstablishment #NorthDakotaAg #YieldStrategy #AgX #FieldScouting #PrecisionAgronomy #SmallGrains #SoilHealth