BASF and Bunge today announced that Bunge will process InVigor Gold™ canola seed, BASF’s breakthrough canola-quality Brassica juncea hybrid. This represents a key step toward commercialization as BASF prepares for the U.S. launch in 2027.

Beginning with the 2027 crop year, producers will be able to elect enterprise units at the type-level, rather than combining all types into a single enterprise unit.

In the rule USDA cites the change to include “spring canola” as an eligible feedstock in response to comments by USCA and other organizations/individuals.

USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates; most major crops are due July 15.

Supporters say canola is a drought-resilient crop that will help their rotation and economics, while grass seed growers and other agricultural groups are concerned about coexistence.