By Tennessee Wild, The Western Producer, June 2, 2016
Producers are urged to watch their canola fields closely but not to be too afraid of some feeding, which is necessary
Flea beetles account for more than $250 million annually in crop damage on the Prairies, despite farmers’ best efforts to control them.
And with the mild winter and warm spring, farmers might want to be extra vigilant.
Scott Hartley, Saskatchewan Agriculture entomologist, said he is not surprised to see beetle movement already because last year had high populations.
