Winter Camelina Resources

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Winter camelina is an emerging intermediate oilseed crop with lots of potential and opportunity. If you're looking to start growing this crop, we are here to support you. We've complied some resources that can get you started as you begin this exciting new journey

Camelina - two crops in two years

Camelina - three crops in two years

 

Year 1 crop examples*:

• Canning crops

• Corn (if residue is managed)

• Corn silage

• Small grains (spring grains are preferred)

• Soybeans

• Wheat

Year 2 crop examples:

• Canning crops (check contract)

• Corn silage

• Cover crop (full season)

• Forage

• Soybeans

*Dependent on harvest date.

 

Camelina grow zone map

Winter Camelina growing seasons by zone**

North - September 15-July 25

Central - September 20-June 25

South - September 25-June 20

 

**Dates are estimates and subject to change due to weather and practices.

 

 

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Sowing sustainability: The rise of winter oilseeds

The market for sustainable biofuels is growing rapidly, opening up a world of grain marketing opportunities. Growing winter camelina and other winter oilseed crops are a great way to diversify your revenue and your crop rotation. 

See what you need to grow winter camelina