Saskatchewan produces more pounds of green wild rice, on average, than any other province in Canada.

Chickpea

Because of chickpea's indeterminate growth habit, the kabuli variety is best adapted to the Brown soil zone, and desi variety is best adapted to the Brown and Dark Brown soil zones of Saskatchewan.

		Ascochyta Blight of Chickpea Ascochyta blight, caused by the fungus Ascochyta rabiei, is the most damaging disease of chickpea in Western Canada.

		Chickpea There are two commercial classes of chickpea: desi and kabuli.

		Field Scouting Tips for Ascochyta Blight of Chickpea - FAQ When should I start checking my fields for the disease?

		Green Manuring with Legumes - FAQ There are many advantages to using a legume green manure crop in rotation.

		Guidelines for Seed-Borne Diseases of Pulse Crops Seed quality is very important in pulse production, as the costs of seed and seed treatments are a significant part of overall input costs.

		Pulse Crop Inoculant Product Information Production information such as product name and manufacturer and contact.

		Pulse Crop Seeding Rates and Rolling - FAQs What is the proper seeding rate for pulses?

		Pulse Crops - FAQ Which is the best way to harvest my pulse crop?

		When to Harvest Special Crops Information such as colour of crop and /or seed at cutting stage or quick test for proper moisture content at combining for various crops.

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