b'going to have a major impact is thePredictive breeding allows forthat the European Union still consid-application of modern tools of plantsignificant improvements in yield,ers a lot of these novel technologies breeding, like gene editing. It willbut those tools can be applied toto be equivalent to GM in terms of help solve some of the things weany other traits that are controlledregulation. It all comes down to con-have not been able to fully crack, likeby multiple genes, he adds. Hesumer concern over genetic manipu-sclerotinia resistance. Aside from that,predicts significant improvementslation. We really have to not only theres also the whole suite of toolsin the future in canola quality, likethink about it from a scientific point around things like genomic predic- increased oil content and improve- of view or a commercial point of tion. We can use whole genomements in protein production.view, but from a social science point sequencing and sequence-basedOne caveat, he says, is that indus- of view. How do we bring consumers selection methods to allow us totry needs to get consumers to acceptalong with us in terms of an under-really enhance the yield potential ofthese new technologies.standing that this is just the next canola.Right now, for instance, we knowphase of plant breeding? In 2021, recycle every jugOur recycling program makes it easier for Canadian farmers to be responsible stewards of their land for present and future generations. By taking empty containers (jugs, drums and totes) to nearby collection sites, farmers proudly contribute to a sustainable community and environment. When recycling jugs, every one counts.Ask ag-retailers for a collection bag, fill it with rinsed, empty jugs and return to a collection site.Scan toFind a collection locationinfo@cleanfarms.calearn more! near you at cleanfarms.ca @cleanfarmsGiven the current COVID-19 situation, please call ahead to collection sites for instructions on delivering empties.MARCH 2021 GERMINATION.CA 15'