May 24, 2017 | Kris Cherewyk
According to the Canola Council of Canada, Canola is a crop that contributes approximately $26.7 billion to the Canadian economy every year. Biotechnology companies have made great strides in producing varieties with characteristics such as disease resistance, early maturity and reduced pod shattering. However, with all these agronomic advancements, farmers must still contend with the …
May 19, 2017 | Chris Bettschen
In October 2016, I assumed the role of International Business Manager to strengthen the link between Australia and the factory. In mid-March, 2017 I took my first trip back to Australia since taking on the new role. One of my key responsibilities now is refining and improving our export process to give our Australian customers the …
May 9, 2017 | Kris Cherewyk
Hello everyone. Over the years Seed Hawk has become known for producing quality seeding equipment that provides precise, accurate fertilizer placement alongside the planted seed. In crops such as canola, where utilization of nutrients early in growth is crucial to vigor and yield, Seed Hawk has gained a reputation of being a drill especially suited …
May 2, 2017 | Kris Cherewyk
Hello everyone. After all the rain and the snow having delayed planting operations we are finally making our way towards the beginning of the season. Some producers have already started and are taking advantage of the early season moisture. Unfortunately, even though the crop is utilizing the early moisture and nutrients, so are the weeds. …
April 24, 2017 | Ray Dowbenko
Seed Hawk Seed Drill System in the field Seeding can be a challenging process and is only amplified when simultaneous fertilizer application is involved. Too wet or too dry conditions – not uncommon in the northern tier states and western Canada – provide challenges for seeding with fertilizer. Combining the right equipment with the right nitrogen …
