Response of fifteen canola varieties to three planting times at Tamworth in 2012

Abstract

Key findings • The highest yields were achieved at Tamworth in 2012 when the end of flowering occurred during the last 10 days of September. • Hyola® 50 and AV Garnet[PBR] were the most consistent yielding varieties across all three planting times, whereas, the two quicker maturing varieties Pioneer® 43C80 and ATR Stingray[PBR] were the poorest performing varieties. • Earlier planting (TOS 1) resulted in lower yield penalties (–8%) compared to delaying planting (TOS 3, –20% yield) compared to the main season planting window (TOS 2).