The Agronomists, Ep 229: Verticillium stripe vs blackleg with Ian Epp and Jeanette Gaulthier
On this episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Ian Epp of SaskOilseeds and Jeanette Gaultier of BASF to talk about the spectre of blackleg and verticillium disease of canola. These early-infection diseases can look like each other and can happen at the same time. What are the best management practices for both blackleg and verticillium? Watch now!
Canola Watch: January 2026
Calculators for fertilizer rates, glufosinate-resistant weeds, cabbage seedpod weevil winter survival, Canola Watch Exam & Winter Events
Canola Digest – January 2026
Notable research impacts, Western Forum on Pest Management highlights, recipe for high-yielding canola & more
2025 Canola Production Toolkit
We’ve curated a list of the latest canola agronomy resources and free subscription services below in an effort to help streamline decision making this growing season.
2025 Flax Production Toolkit
We’ve curated a list of the latest flax agronomy resources and free subscription services below in an effort to help streamline decision making this growing season.
Canola Disease Testing Program
SaskOilseeds works alongside Saskatchewan Agriculture & Discovery Seed Labs to provide free canola disease testing for farmers across the province. Plant stems are tested for Verticillium Stripe and Blackleg (plus identifying the race of Blackleg). Soil samples are tested for Clubroot.
Verticillium Stripe Severity Scale
A visual severity scale showing how to identify verticillium stripe in canola, from early stem discoloration to advanced microsclerotia colonization and plant necrosis.
Prairie Weed Monitoring Network
Helping Prairie farmers manage weeds strategically and successfully through knowledge and innovation. SaskOilseeds is a co-funder.
