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Hello All:
I am trying to write an article about canola. In part of the artcile I
wish to discuss the effect on seed yield when honey bees are present or
absent. Please Note: I am NOT talking about the absolute requirement for
pollinating insects to produce hybrid canola seed. My interest is in the
fields grow by the average farmer.
I am also interested in information on nectar yields from the two Brassica
species - Polish or Argentine. Which produces the largest honey crop?
I am interested in anecdotal evidence from beekeepers but I am especially
interested in any studies that have been conducted on these subjects.
As beekeepers we feel we play an important part inthe success of canola
growers. However a study of the information on the Home Page of the Canola
Council of Canada is very humbling. http://www.canola-council.org/
The ONLY mention of honey bees is to watch for them when spraying. The
concern was that the beekeeper would be harmed - not that loss of bees
could reduce crop.
You can reply directly to me or , I suppose this could open a new thread.
If there is lots in the archives please let me know and I will look. I may
look anyway, if I can remember how to do it.
Thanks for any help.
Kenn
Kenn Tuckey
Provincial Apiculturist, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
17507 - Fort Road, R.R. #6, Edmonton, AB T5B 4K3
Phone 403-415-2314 Fax: 403-422-6096
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