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Field-scale trials vs
small-plot trials.

Our field-scale trials provide a reliable source of data for farmers, demonstrating hybrid performance in real growing conditions. They are seeded and harvested by producers in your region and are managed by the Monsanto Technical Development group. This provides unbiased and formal data across all seasonal zones, showcasing leading canola genetics.

The majority of canola data available for farmers come from small-plot trials but the question remains whether the small-plot trial results give farmers an accurate example of how these varieties will perform on their farm with their equipment. Atlin and Boyd (2000) studied the relationship between small-plot trial yield results and field-scale trials. They found that the reliability of small-plot trials predicting field-scale results was low (R2=0.25)*. The study concluded that the most reliable source of data is field-scale trials. The true-value of these large plots is that they utilize farmer equipment and agronomics. Farmers utilize the correct chemistry to unlock the true potential of the herbicide system, and they are able to test under a much wider range of conditions than any small-plot trial program.

SMALL-PLOT TRIALS

Small-plot trials are typically 2 m wide and 5 or 6 m long. They normally have between 25 to 30 entries of these plots arranged side by side. These trials are maintained with specialized small-plot trial equipment and utilize conventional herbicides under ideal growing conditions.

Examples: PCVT and Co-op trials.

FIELD-SCALE TRIALS

Field-scale trials are normally one or more passes planted with a farmer's seeder. Dimensions are one seeder width by a minimum of 500 feet long. These trials are typically maintained with local-growers' equipment utilizing correct herbicide systems.

Examples: Yield Ready Field scale trials.

*Reference: Atlin, G.N. and N.S. Boyd, 2000. Improved methods for designing and analyzing farm-scale trials. Final report for CARP (Canola Agronomic Research Program) project #2000-14. Canola Council of Canada.

Field-Scale vs Small-Plot
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