Wet and damp weather holding back Saskatchewan harvest

“Right now, cropland is at 88 per cent adequate, which is good. Hayland is 87 per cent adequate, and pasture topsoil moisture is 81 per cent. We do have some level of surpluses here and there with cropland being five per cent surplus, hayland being three per cent surplus and pastureland being two per cent surplus. I would say we are in a good place ahead of 2027 in terms of topsoil moisture,” he said.

Ugheoke said most triticale, barley, wheat and oats are all nearing completion.

“Canola, flax and soybeans still have a little way to go. We’re just hopeful for some favorable weather and the rain and snow holds on a bit and let’s get these crops in the bin,” he said.

Ugheoke said some data has been collected on crop yield.

“Provincial yields remain at or above historical averages. However, there have been certain agronomic challenges that growers experienced during the growing season. I think our yields for this year are showing some great numbers.”

There are reports of crop damage. Ugheoke said this came from wind, frost and wildlife. Some areas also reported flooding and wildlife damage to grain bags.

As growers are rushing towards the end of harvest, a lot of equipment will be on the road again.

“Please let’s exercise caution. Give farmers a reasonable distance when you are driving ahead of them or behind them,” Ugheoke said.

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alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com

by Alice McFarlane

Wet and damp weather holding back Saskatchewan harvest

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