A recent longer-range weather forecast for the Prairies says there will be dry periods, but they will follow wet periods.  |  File photo

Meteorologist predicts better growing season

Long-time weather forecaster says drought conditions that caused problems in 2024 aren’t expected to occur this year


REGINA — Drew Lerner says Prairie farmers can expect better growing conditions in 2025. The World Weather Inc. president said North America is moving away from multiple drought years due to several factors. The 22-year solar cycle, in particular, is peaking, which causes weather patterns to change, he told a webinar sponsored by Dutton Farms […] Read more

November canola futures hit a contract low of $585 per tonne on Aug. 6, while domestic wheat bids fell to their lowest levels in years as the U.S. futures traded near their softest levels since 2020.  | File photo

Canadian markets ignore weather woes for now

Glacier FarmMedia – Heat and a lack of moisture in parts of Western Canada likely cut into production prospects this year. However, any weather concerns have yet to find their way into the markets, and solid production prospects out of the United States are weighing on values overall. November canola futures hit a contract low […] Read more