b'Here, experts from across the industry will discuss issues that are top of mind, share technical advancements, talk about tips for success and provide perspective on policy.SEED TESTING Less Seed-borne Disease This Year, But Fusarium Is Still a ThreatRachael Melenka, client success manager, 20/20 Seed LabsTHIS FALL WE are seeing less seed-borne disease in samplesSince precipitation was so variable during the growing received by 20/20 Seed Labs in Nisku, Alta. Since August 2021,season, there may be no clear trends emerging about where about 5.2 per cent of seed samples we have tested from Albertathe hotspots for Fusarium graminearum infected seed are. have been positive for Fusarium graminearum. Compare thatHowever, from last years testing data, we know the potential to the winter of 2021 when over 16 per cent of samples werefor infected seed is exceptionally high in east-central Alberta. testing positive. We will still receive more samples over theFarmers in this region should definitely have their seed tested course of the testing season, but data from this fall gives a goodfor Fusarium graminearum in conjunction with using other indication for what we will see over the next several months.Fusarium Head Blight management tools. Fusarium graminearum is still a threat to most of the20/20 Seed Labs tracks the prevalence and geographic province. We tested a durum wheat sample from Alberta thatdistribution of Fusarium graminearum by developing maps had about 20 per cent Fusarium graminearum infection. So,based on sample data. This is a helpful guide for farmers and while the overall disease levels are lower, the potential forothers in the industry to make crop production decisions based individual seed lots to be severely infected at high levels exists.on evidence. The information can help producers evaluate Trevor Blois, disease diagnostician at 20/20 Seed Labs, explainsrisk and plan appropriate management responses. The disease testing your seed is sometimes the only way to know your riskand seed quality maps are published in a subscription-based of seed-borne diseases.newsletter called The Incubator. You can find more information Quite often well see samples and individual seeds that areabout it at 2020seedlabs.ca/the-incubator/ infected but show no visual symptoms, so its really importantIf you have any questions about Fusarium graminearum to get it tested so that you know what the percent of infectiontesting and management, please contact us at (877) 420-2099 or is. You can have quite high levels of infection with no [email protected] symptoms. EQUIPMENT MARKETPLACEWant to connect with over 48,000 farm owners during prime-time shopping season?EQUIPMENT MARKETPLACE, the perfect Boost your business growthopportunity to showcase your equipment to your Generate more sales opportunitiesmost promising buyers. This section will promote Influence your customers purchasing intentyour company in this competitive marketplace Surpass your sales objectivesallowing you to be recognized as a key supplier to Outmatch your competitors by increasing Alberta Farmers. our brand awarenessGet outstanding value with an average readershipTake advantage of this opportunity to feature of 9.5 months that will give you longer exposureyour equipment and your company in this time and amplified frequency. Alberta Seed Guideremarkable publication. has been the go to source for Alberta farmers in the last 18 years.Contact us today for more information: [email protected]'