Farmers have made strong seeding progress over the past week, reaching 55 per cent complete provincially, according to the latest Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report.
Oilseed Specialist Sonia Wilson put together this week's Crop Report. She says while 55 per cent is still behind last year’s rapid pace, it remains close to the long-term average.
Warm temperatures and reduced winds helped producers return to the field, although rainfall created some delays depending on timing and location.
Weather Influence
Precipitation was variable throughout agro-Manitoba over the past seven days as rains moved through the province. The Interlake and Northwest regions had the highest accumulations over the week ranging 0.6 to 46.4 mm.
The seven-day accumulated precipitation in Manitoba’s Agricultural Regions.
- Central: Plumas (21.2 mm)
- Eastern: Stead (28.2 mm) | Baldur (4.8 mm)
- Interlake: Fisherton (46.4 mm) | Gimli (8.7 mm)
- Northwest: Alonsa (30.3 mm) | The Pas (0.6 mm)
- Southwest: Hamiota (43.0 mm) | Deloraine (1.5 mm)
Seeding & Crop Progress
Seeding advanced significantly across most crops:
- Spring wheat: 75 per cent complete (Northwest lagging at 30 per cent)
- Canola: Under 50 per cent seeded provincially
- Corn: Strong progress in southern regions
- Soybeans: Rapid progress in Central, Eastern and Interlake
- Field peas: Near completion in most regions
The Interlake region leads progress at about 81 per cent complete, while wet conditions continue to slow activity in parts of the Northwest.
Forages & Livestock
Forage conditions improved with rainfall and warmer temperatures:
- Pastures and hayland responding well, with rapid growth expected
- Dugouts and water supplies are strong at 85–100 per cent full
- Alfalfa stands around 6 inches tall
- Some producers delaying cattle turnout until pasture reaches the 3–4 leaf stage
Pest & Field Concerns
Producers are being advised to scout for early-season pest pressure:
- Flea beetles active in emerging canola
- Cutworm damage reported in some areas
- Wind damage and uneven emergence seen in lighter soils
Weed growth has also accelerated with moisture and heat, prompting increased herbicide applications.
Outlook
With hotter temperatures forecast, Wilson says conditions are generally favorable for emergence—but moisture will remain important.
Producers are now entering the final push of the seeding season, with expectations for rapid progress in the days ahead.
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