Some seed corn can germinate and thrive in cold, wet spring soils. Some can’t. The challenge is to know, before you plant, which seed has a high enough germination rate to handle harsh weather ...

Producers across the Prairies are being encouraged to test their seed ahead of seeding season, as last year’s variable ...

CEREAL growers with seed left over from last season are being strongly urged to have it tested at least for germination before sowing this autumn. Last years bad weather and the greater set-aside area ...

Growers using home saved oilseed rape seed should get samples tested for germination and vigour before sowing, experts have advised. Extremely hot weather has led to seed dormancy in previous years ...

LITTLE ROCK — As spring approaches, farmers must decide which crops to grow and buy the seeds they want to plant. The quality of those seeds has become increasingly important as their cost - and the ...