HUMBOLDT - Producers in the northeast region were able to seed all acres this year and are experiencing the least amount of environmental stress on crops, forages and pastures in the province, according to the crop report for the period of June 13 to 19. Five per cent of seeded, 10 per cent of forage and 13 per cent of pasture acres are experiencing environmental stress attributed to dry conditions. One per cent of forages are experiencing flooding.
Crops are the most advanced in the northeast compared to the rest of the province. Eighty-eight per cent of fall cereals, 35 per cent of spring cereals, 29 per cent of oilseeds and 27 per cent of pulses are ahead of normal development for this time of year. The majority of spring cereals, oilseeds and pulses are at normal stages of development for this time of year. Oilseeds are the furthest behind in development, with four per cent behind normal development for this time of year.
The Humboldt area received the most rain this week, with 37 mm of rain being recorded. The least amount of rain was recorded in the Star City area. Cropland topsoil moisture levels are at one per cent surplus, 83 per cent adequate and 16 percent short.
Hay and pasture topsoil moisture levels are rated at 80 per cent adequate and 20 per cent are short. Some livestock producers are anticipating water shortages this summer but are not too concerned about their water quality.
Producers in the region are currently spraying crops for pests, with grasshoppers being a primary concern for growers this year. Producers are also preparing for haying and are evaluating their hay stands. Although the region has adequate soil moisture, some producers are hoping for rain.
