Harvest Preparation Begins in Saskatchewan
REGINA - Aug 7/14 - SNS -- Farmers in parts of Saskatchewan have begun preparations to harvest this year's early seeded crops, while others are hoping for rain to help finish filling ripening crops.
In its latest crop report, Saskatchewan Agriculture said, "There are reports of crops starting to turn. Desiccation of peas and lentils has just started in some southwestern and west-central areas. Some crops that were damaged by recent hail are being swathed for feed. Strong winds, heavy rain and damaging hail have caused the majority of crop damage this week. Grasshoppers and leaf spot diseases have also caused some damage. Farmers are busy haying, hauling grain and getting ready for harvest."
Rainfall during the past week ranged from nil to several inches. While rain was welcomed by many producers to help alleviate dry conditions, additional rain will be needed to help later-seeded crops mature and fill. Across the province, topsoil moisture on cropland is rated as 5% surplus, 84% adequate, 10% short and 1% very short.
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