Protein Research Foundation - PRF

01/06/2026

The latest edition of Oilseeds Focus – June 2026 has arrived!
The June 2026 issue is packed with essential articles offering comprehensive insights into the latest industry news, market reports, research developments and key events in the oilseed sector.
🔎 Articles to look forward to in this issue:
• Rethinking Sclerotinia management in oilseeds through risk reduction.
• The future of canola production in a changing climate.
• The use of fungicide to manage blackleg of canola.
• World oilseeds markets: Oilseeds output and trade accelerate in 2026/27.
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25/05/2026

Canolafokus 126 | April 2026 | Canola Kalender – Belangrikheid van Tydsberekening
Die voordele van canola in ’n wisselboustelsel is reeds goed bekend, maar daar is steeds nuwe toetreders tot die bedryf en gewas. Canola het homself gevestig as ’n onmisbare skakel in wisselboustelsels. Daar bestaan egter steeds vrae en onsekerheid oor die ideale tydsberekening van verskillende praktyke tydens canolaverbouing. Die verandering in cultivars, asook die wisselvalligheid van seisoene, maak besluitneming op die plaas meer uitdagend. Die ideale tydperk waarbinne sekere aksies moet plaasvind, is soms slegs enkele dae.
Lees meer hier: https://www.proteinresearch.net/index.php?page=2026-canolafokus-no-126 …




Department van Landbou Wes-kaap, deur Mnr PJA Lombardm en Prof J Strauss

22/05/2026

The PRF would like to wish Dr Erhard Briedenhann a Happy Birthday!

20/05/2026

In a meeting held on 7 May 2026, the Crop Estimates Liaison Committee (CELC) oversaw the process for the finalisation of the crop production figures of commercial wheat, canola, and oats for 2025 … View and navigate through the final area planted and crop production figures of winter cereals for the 2025 season: https://www.proteinresearch.net/index.php?page=7-may-2026 …

18/05/2026

Oil and Protein Seeds Development Trust - OPDT

|Second Reminder|
Application for financing new Research Projects for the 2027/2028 financial year is now open: https://bit.ly/3FtqH9x ...
The OAC hereby cordially invites you to submit applications for funding of research projects in the oilseeds industry’s interest. The closing date for applications is on 3 June 2026. For more on guidelines and viewpoints, click here: https://bit.ly/3KqAA96 ...

14/05/2026

Soybeans rank among the most versatile crops cultivated, as they can be easily integrated into various production systems and agricultural techniques. Soybean farmers must carefully evaluate four key management choices: tillage methods, plant density, row spacing, and sowing dates. Additional factors to ponder include seeding depth, double-cropping possibilities, and the application of inoculants and seed treatments. To ensure a successful harvest, the PRF offers valuable assistance. For further information on cultivation methods, visit https://bit.ly/3MMKyDB ...

11/05/2026

For your harvest to be successful, the PRF can assist you. The CEC provide detailed statistics on the latest crops and seasonal expectations to help you plan. You can view and navigate the Crop Estimates released on 23 April 2026, which include the preliminary area planted estimate and third production forecast for summer crops, as well as intentions to plant winter cereals for the 2026 production season. Simply follow the link: https://www.proteinresearch.net/index.php?page=23-april-2026 …

10/05/2026

Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honour the incredible women who nurture, support, and inspire us every day. The PRF would like to wish all mothers a very Happy Mother’s Day! 💐
“Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they are still holding the family together.” – Susan Gale

06/05/2026

According to a Canola producer, “Canola is not the solution to w**d control, it is part of a plan”. His advice is not to cut back on w**d management but also recommends, “choose the cultivar for the land and then the chemical program” … Please consult the list of registered chemicals on the SOILL Passport: https://bit.ly/4nkamKw ... For More on W**d Control, refer to our Research Database: https://bit.ly/4dfAeme ...

04/05/2026

Oil and Protein Seeds Development Trust - OPDT

Applications for funding new research projects for the 2027/2028 financial year are now open: https://bit.ly/3FtqH9x ...
The OAC cordially invites you to submit applications for funding research projects that benefit the oilseeds industry. The deadline for applications is June 3, 2026. For more information on guidelines and perspectives, click here: https://bit.ly/3KqAA96 ...