Spring seeding in Manitoba was a long drawn out affair. Manitoba Agriculture Cereal Crops Specialist Anne Kirk says the spring wheat crop is rated mostly good to excellent, with exceptions due to extreme moisture. Canola crops are variable across Manitoba, with some in excellent condition and others in poor condition with thin stands. She says frequent rains and generally warm temperatures have elevated the risk for many fungal diseases. Kirk says livestock producers are generally happy with pastures at this point, and are hoping for an extended grazing season.
