Field Peas – Manitoba Pulse & Soybean Growers

Crop desiccation has become an increasingly hot topic. In part due to consumer demand for pesticide-free products, variable maximum residue limits (MRLs) across export markets and the negative spotlight on glyphosate.

It doesn’t mean desiccation is off-limits. But we need to understand the limitations of late-season herbicide. Especially when it comes to crops destined for human consumption, including field peas and dry edible beans.

2019 Review of Insects in Pulse and Soybean Crops in Manitoba

While doing general field scouting of pulse and soybean crops, it is not unusual to find a lot of insects in the fields.

Field Pea Insect and Disease Scouting Calendar

A timeline that indicates when to scout for field pea insect and disease pests, and their impact on production and quality.

Field Pea Foliar Diseases

Bacterial Blight (Pseudomonas syringae) Bacterial blight in peas first appears as dark-green, water-soaked lesions on the leaves, stipules, pods and…

FP Fertility/Inoc

Assessing Field Pea Nodulation

Timing Field pea root nodules can form as early as 14 days after emergence. However, proper nodulation assessment should take…

Considerations for pulse and soybean crops in dry conditions

Manitoba is currently facing its third dry season in a row, as 2019 is shaping up to be another dry year.

DB Weed Control, FP Weed Control, Soybean Weed Control

Herbicide-Resistant Weeds

The status of herbicide resistant weeds in Manitoba and which species to keep an eye on.

DB Insects, FP Insects, Soybean Insects

Cutworms in Pulse and Soybean Crops

How to scout for and manage cutworms in pulse and soybean crops. When to scout, what to look for and when to pull the trigger.

FP Harvest, Pulse Beat Individual Articles

Combine Cleanout: How to reduce the risk of soybeans in your field peas

Combine cleanout can be a time-consuming endeavour. It is a necessity in today’s world with food allergens, herbicide-resistance weeds and other potential pests such as soybean cyst nematode.