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Oilseeds· Brassica napus

Canola (Rapeseed) Growing Guide

Major oilseed crop for cooking oil. Good rotation option with cereals.

How Long Does Canola (Rapeseed) Take to Grow?

Canola (Rapeseed) is typically ready to harvest about 100 days after planting.

100
Days to Harvest
2,095
kg/hectare
moderate
Water Needs
full sun
Sun Needs

FAO. 2025. FAOSTAT: Production: Crops and livestock products. Accessed on 13 October 2026. https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/QCL Licence: CC-BY-4.0.

Growing Conditions

Temperature
15-22°C optimal
Frost Tolerance
moderate
Drought Tolerance
moderate

Soil Requirements

Soil Type & pH

Best soil types: loam, clay loam

pH range: 6.5 - 7.6 (optimal: 7.1)

Drainage: good

Planting Guide

Planting Methods
direct seeding
Planting Depth
2 cm
Planting Season
spring, fall

Yield & Economics

Yield Range
450 - 4,330 kg/ha
Market Demand
stable
Profitability
medium

Growing Tips

Plant early for best yields

Watch for flea beetles at emergence

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Canola (Rapeseed) take to grow?

Canola (Rapeseed) typically takes 100 days from planting to harvest. Seeds germinate in about 7 days. The best planting season is spring, fall.

What soil does Canola (Rapeseed) need?

Canola (Rapeseed) grows best in loam, clay loam soil with a pH of 6.5-7.6. Good drainage is required.

What temperature does Canola (Rapeseed) need?

Canola (Rapeseed) grows best at 15-22°C. Frost tolerance: moderate.

What is the expected yield for Canola (Rapeseed)?

Across 64 countries with grounded data, reported national yields for Canola (Rapeseed) range from 450 to 4,330 kg/hectare, with a median of 2,095. These are national statistics, not a best-case figure — an individual farm's yield depends on variety, climate, soil and management.

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