How to thin and set the final stand of directly sown rapeseed
Methods for thinning and setting the final stand of directly sown rapeseed
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(Agricultural Wealth Network) Directly sown rapeseed is sown at a high rate and a relatively high density. If it is not thinned and set to its final stand in time, the excessive density will cause the seedlings to crowd each other and produce thin, weak, spindly seedlings. Timely thinning and setting the final stand at the right time are very important. Generally, one thinning should be done right after the seedlings emerge, and a second thinning at the 2-leaf stage. The final stand is best set in time after 4 true leaves. At the same time, inspecting the seedlings and filling in gaps should be done promptly.
(Agricultural Wealth Network) Direct-seeded rapeseed is sown at a high seeding rate and a relatively high density. If thinning and final thinning are not done in time, the overly high density will cause the seedlings to crowd each other and produce thin, weak, spindly plants. Timely thinning and well-timed final thinning are very important. Generally, thinning should be carried out once as soon as the seedlings emerge evenly, and a second thinning at the 2-leaf stage. Final thinning is best done at the appropriate time after 4 true leaves. At the same time, checking for and filling in gaps where seedlings are missing must be done promptly.