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The fire has been controlled.
Two CFA crews remain on scene to black out and mop up the area.
Residents are asked to stay informed of conditions.
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A CFA spokesperson said crews believed the fire was started by static electricity in a header that was working on the crop.
Earlier
Country Fire Authority crews are battling a canola crop fire in Runnymede.
The fire is near Trewin Road but is not threatening any homes or communities. It was called in just before 3.30pm.
A CFA spokesperson said three tankers from Colbinabbin, Elmore and Corop West are fighting the fire.
"It's not yet under control (but) they have stopped the head of the fire," the spokesperson said.
"It has run about a kilometre. They are still working to put it out."
The CFA has published advice for Avonmore, Bonn, Burnewang, Burramboot, Colbinabbin, Colbinabbin West, Corop, Elmore, Lake Cooper, Runnymede East and Runnymede communities.
It advises people to stay informed and monitor conditions. Smoke will be visible in the area but no communities are under threat.
The advice recommends nearby residents keep roads clear so emergency services can respond.
The next update is expected at 8.10pm.