Farmers in southwestern Manitoba are feeling more hopeful about the state of the world than they did 12 months ago.
Last year, 150 to 200 millimetres of rain fell on southwestern Manitoba and southeastern Saskatchewan in late June. Most farmers were demoralized by soaked soil, saturated crops and poor yield prospects.
A few growers are coping with excess moisture this July, but the overall mood is more positive in southwestern Manitoba, said Bill Campbell, who farms near Minto.
“Except for some isolated areas … our crops are pretty good.”
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Producers in many parts of Manitoba have similar comments regarding this year’s crop. Adequate moisture and good to excellent crop stands have them feeling optimistic about their chances this summer.
In its latest crop report, Manitoba Agriculture said the parkland region could use additional moisture, but conditions are first rate in most regions.
Several producers suffered severe hail damage in early July, losing hundreds of acres.
Farmers summarized the state of Manitoba’s crop during the Keystone Agricultural Producers meeting July 8 in Brandon:
The Morden region received 25 to 75 mm of rain during a July 4 thunderstorm.
