Canola is an annual rabi crop belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It has a taproot system and produces elongated racemes with pods containing seeds. Canola cultivation originated in India, China, and Japan over 200 years ago, where it was first grown for its oil. Canola is grown for its young leaves used as vegetables, and oil used in cooking, pickles, industry and lubricants. It grows best in temperate regions with average temperatures of 30°C and well-drained soil, and is commonly grown under irrigation in Punjab and Sindh.