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Thistle Awareness Week Spots Canada Thistle Impacts
Manitoba and western Canada agriculture officials declare Thistle Awareness Week June 3-10 to address Canada thistle costing Prairie yields and control costs at about 310 million dollars annually. The article details plant characteristics root system seed production and long term control strategies with emphasis on early in-crop herbicide use and integrated management. It notes infestation levels and upcoming events in Rossburn area including local livestock shows and society meetings.
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Canada Thistle
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