By Scout Nelson
Kansas State University officials say the strong performance of last year’s canola harvest offers optimism for the future of the crop in the state.
According to Mike Stamm, canola breeder with K-State’s Department of Agronomy, the recent results highlight canola’s potential as a reliable rotation option for Kansas farmers.
“We see winter canola as a viable rotation crop for Kansas farmers, so it is important to set the stage for their success,” said Mike Stamm. “We are encouraged by the results we saw last season and we look forward to testing more new products in 2025-2026.”
To help producers prepare, K-State will host a winter canola pre-plant meeting on Tuesday, August 26, at the Dillons Nature Center, 3002 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. The free program begins at 10:30 a.m. and includes a catered lunch.
The agenda will feature a review of the 2025 growing season, updates from variety trials, guidance on planting practices, and discussions on marketing strategies.
The meeting is organized in partnership with K-State Extension, the Great Plains Canola Association, and Scoular. Farmers interested in attending are asked to RSVP by contacting the Reno County Extension Office at 620-662-2371 or emailing pbergkamp@k-state.edu.
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