DLF Canada

05/18/2026

Coming off a busy week at the DLF Product Knowledge Center in Port Hope, ON! The team planted over 700 trial plots of forage, turfgrass, and hybrid corn before the rain.

It’s all part of the work behind the scenes to deliver the locally tested data, performance insights, and proven genetics our customers rely on.

05/14/2026

Alfalfa winterkill can leave growers with tough decisions, especially when autotoxicity limits re‑seeding options. Italian ryegrass is a fast, high‑quality rescue crop that fits well when alfalfa stands take a hit.

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When alfalfa winterkill strikes, Italian ryegrass offers fast emergence, high feed quality, and multi‑cut potential for Western Canadian growers.

05/06/2026

All hands on deck in the field. 🌱
The DLF product management team has been busy adjusting plot layouts and preparing demonstration areas for our product showcase at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock.

These plots will be on display this September, giving attendees a first look at new DLF products coming to market in 2027.

05/05/2026

Before seed hits the ground, make sure it’s the right seed. High‑quality, certified seed provides confidence in germination, genetic purity, and freedom from noxious w**d contamination.

More last-minute planting tips: https://buff.ly/wRnzl7k

📷 Alfalfa seed up close in an R&D screening at DLF

04/30/2026

Overseeding in spring and fall helps build turf density, allowing desirable grass to out compete w**ds naturally.

📅 May to mid June is the optimal spring overseeding window. With adequate moisture and warm soil, most varieties begin growing in about 7 days.

📷 Featured Product: Quick-2-Gro
A turfgrass mix designed for overseeding situations where fast establishment and improved turf density are the goal.

04/23/2026

Get the fundamentals right and you'll set yourself up for success.

For plant establishment, that involves keeping a close eye on the quality of seed, seeding rates and timing, w**d management, and proper seedbed preparation. All of these factors play a role in emergence, stand uniformity, and longevity. Overlooking these basics often leads to challenges that persist well beyond the seeding year.

Our latest article outlines the core principles behind successful forage and turf establishment, with practical insights to support better outcomes over time.

📖 Read the full article: https://buff.ly/UwwLCe1

04/22/2026

This , we’re celebrating the power of cover crops. 🌍🌱

By keeping living roots in the soil, cover crops help improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and promote healthy soil biology. We’re proud to support practices that help growers build stronger forage and turf systems from the ground up.

04/20/2026

Not all grasses perform the same, and that’s exactly why turf mixes work. 🌱

By combining cool-season species like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and fine fescues, turf stands can take advantage of each grass’s natural strengths. Some excel in cooler spring and fall conditions, while others maintain coverage and quality through summer heat and stress.

The result is turf that naturally adjusts through the season, offering stronger resilience, more consistent performance, and a better-looking stand over time.

Find the right turf mix for you: https://buff.ly/Xsq6vcd

04/16/2026

🌱 With corn planting season approaching, a quick reminder for growers across Canada: Check soil temps before planting.

Corn establishes best when soils reach ~10°C at planting depth, ideally with a warming trend in the forecast. Planting too early into cold, wet soils can slow emergence and impact early vigour.

Starting with the right conditions below ground helps support uniform stands and strong yield potential.

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🌱 À l’approche de la saison des semis du maïs, petit rappel aux producteurs partout au Canada : vérifiez la température du sol avant de semer.

Le maïs s’implante mieux lorsque la température du sol atteint environ 10 °C à la profondeur de semis, idéalement avec une tendance au réchauffement dans les prévisions. Un semis trop hâtif en sol froid et humide peut ralentir la levée et nuire à la vigueur des plantules.

De bonnes conditions dès le départ, sous la surface, favorisent une levée uniforme et un meilleur potentiel de rendement.

04/14/2026

Winter can be tough on forage stands, especially alfalfa. As fields wake up from dormancy, an early stand assessment can help you protect yield and choose the best next step.

A smart place to start is with two simple checks.
✅ Roots: Healthy plants have firm, turgid roots; not brown or ropey.
✅ Stems: If you count 55+ stems per square foot, then you're on pace for full yield potential; fewer than 40 often means 25% or more yield loss.

For other helpful tips, read the full article linked below. 👇
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