Ridgedale Station

Research Associate: Sonya Fieldmeier

Contact

Minto Head Office: (204) 776-2087

Team

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The Ridgedale site was established in 2018, and is situated on 65 ha of clay loam soil in the black soil zone, with long term arrangements for additional nearby land. Additional off-station locations are available on special request.

Typical commercial crops in the Ridgedale area include small grains (spring wheat, barley, oats), oilseeds (canola, flax), pulse crops (peas). Other crops can be grown for experimental purposes.

Ridgedale Site Details:

  • Clay loam soil
  • Black soil zone
  • Soil pH of 6.0, organic matter of 6.3%
  • PMRA zones 14
  • Average of 115 frost-free days
  • 1900-2100 CHU (Average)