Evaluating Flax Performance in the Maritimes

Results of the Study
Initial data indicated a higher flax and wheat density at the later planting date. The Hanley variety had a higher density than CDC Mons, and was maturing at a slightly faster rate. The annual weed population was higher at the early seeding date.

Flax yield of the individual plots without wheat intercrop ranged from 0.44 t/ha to 1.75 t/ha depending on treatment. Very low yields were observed in plots with high couch grass competition. Overall, the wheat intercrop reduced flax yields by approximately 40%, however total yield of flax and wheat was comparable to total flax yield in plots not intercropped. Late seeding of flax produced comparable yields to early seeded flax which is possibly due to benefits of additional weed control. There were negligible differences in yield between the flax varieties overall. Flax quality has not yet been determined.

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