Table 1.
Comparison of seed quality between Canadian soybeans and western Canadian canola presented as the average value of 2013–2017 crops, inclusive. Table compiled with soybean data [82] and canola data [81] published by the Canadian Grain Commission. Non-applicable measurements indicated with n.a.
| Soybean | Canola | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein content (%) 1 | 34.50 | 20.20 |
| Oil content (%) 1 | 18.40 | 44.50 |
| Oil-free protein of the meal (%) 2 | 43.80 | 37.80 |
| Oleic acid (% in oil) | 21.90 | 62.90 |
| Linoleic acid (% in oil) | 53.60 | 18.70 |
| α-Linolenic acid (% in oil) | 9.00 | 9.40 |
| Total saturated fatty acids (% in oil) | 15.20 | 6.70 |
| Erucic acid (% in oil) | n.a. | 0.01 |
| Total seed glucosinolates (μmol/g, 8.5% moisture) | n.a. | 10.00 |
| Total glucosinolates of the meal (µmol/g, oil-free, dry basis) | n.a. | 21.00 |
1 Based on 13% moisture in soybean and 8.5% moisture in canola. 2 Based on 13% moisture in soybean and 12% moisture in canola.