Colin Penner, a farmer in the Elm Creek region of Manitoba, reported a recent harvest of canola pods. During a recent wildfire, the intense heat caused the chaff – a byproduct of the burning plants – to become airborne. Penner collected these seeds, noting they were remarkably resilient and could be used to regenerate the land. This unexpected byproduct, while initially appearing negative, could potentially offer a valuable resource for soil stabilization and future agricultural practices. The occurrence is a relatively rare phenomenon in the region.
Credits: The Straits Times World News